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Intention to Follow Most Suitable Provider (MSP) Process - Embedding Smoking Cessation In NHS Talking Therapies

Hampshire County Council

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07 Jan 2026 at 14:01

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Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council is initiating the procurement process for embedding smoking cessation services into NHS Talking Therapies through a Most Suitable Provider process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The project, titled "Intention to Follow Most Suitable Provider (MSP) Process - Embedding Smoking Cessation In NHS Talking Therapies," falls under the psychiatrist or psychologist services category and is located in Hampshire, UK, covering regions UKJ35, UKJ36, and UKJ37. The process is currently in the planning stage with a future notice date set for 2nd March 2026. The procurement budget allocated for this service is £110,000, and interested providers are required to express interest through Hampshire's E-Tendering platform by registering with reference AS28601.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for qualified health care providers, particularly those versed in integrating behavioural health services, such as cognitive behavioural therapy, with smoking cessation initiatives. Ideal candidates will include NHS Talking Therapy providers already operating within Hampshire who can leverage their expertise to target mental health conditions linked to smoking. This initiative aims to broaden access to behavioural support, enhance quit attempts, and align with public health goals for a smoke-free generation. Successful providers will ideally demonstrate strong capabilities in improving access, service integration, quality innovation, and social value, fostering business growth while contributing to public health improvements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Intention to Follow Most Suitable Provider (MSP) Process - Embedding Smoking Cessation In NHS Talking Therapies

Notice Description

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Intended Approach Notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Procurement Act 2023 or Public Contract Regulations 2015 do not apply to this contract. This Intended Approach Notice is being published in line with Regulation 10 - under The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime - PSR) Regulations 2023. The Most Suitable Provider Process is being used to commission this service. This will be published for at least 14 calendar days as per the requirements of the Provider Selection Regime 2023. This is to enable providers to approach the Council and express their interest in being considered as the 'most suitable provider'. To do so, providers must register on Hampshire County Council's E-Tendering platform, In-Tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hampshire/aspx/Home Once you have registered and accessed the In-tend project reference AS28601, please send a message through the portal's messaging facility to express your interest.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Hampshire Council is seeking a provider via the Most Suitable Provider process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 to embed smoking cessation into talking therapies. Description of Service and Initiative: OHID has allocated funding to local authorities in England through the Local Stop Smoking Services and Support Grant (LSSSSG). The grant aims to strengthen smoking cessation services in Hampshire, increase quit attempts, and support the government's ambition for a smoke-free generation. It focuses on expanding access to evidence-based behavioural support and targeting groups with higher smoking rates to reduce health inequalities. Smoking is strongly linked to anxiety and depression, with higher smoking rates among people with mental health conditions. While smoking harms physical health, it also worsens mental health outcomes. Evidence shows quitting smoking can improve symptoms of anxiety and depression, highlighting the potential role of talking therapies in both smoking cessation. Evidence demonstrates that talking therapies and counselling significantly increase long-term quit rates. Hampshire Council is seeking a suitable provider of NHS Talking Therapy services to embed smoking cessation offer into established services in Hampshire. The talking therapy services offered must free at the point of access with the provider able to embed Very Brief Advice into its talking therapy service. It must employ a clinical psychologist who is able to provide oversight and leadership to the programme. The activity will possibly include developing training materials and training staff, embedding Very Brief Advice into talking therapy services and offering online webinars.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06010a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001090-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Jan 20267 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
2 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Hampshire County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Postcode Area
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ35 South Hampshire, TLJ36 Central Hampshire, TLJ37 North Hampshire
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

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