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Smokefree App licenses and associated NRT

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Award

19 Mar 2026 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by Somerset Council involves the purchase of smokefree app licences and associated nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) aimed at reducing smoking prevalence throughout Somerset as part of public health initiatives. This procurement falls under the goods category within the software package and information systems industry and is applicable to the region of UKK23 in the United Kingdom. It follows a direct procurement method, below the threshold without competition. The process is in the award stage, with the contract being active from 23rd March 2026 to 31st March 2028. The award was signed on 19th March 2026, detailing a contract value of GBP 76,131 exclusive of VAT. The procurement is overseen by Somerset Council, a sub-central government authority, with contact available via commercialandprocurement@somerset.gov.uk.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses involved in the development and supply of software solutions aimed at public health enhancement. The awarded contract to UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED underscores the potential for large-scale enterprises specialising in health-related tech to engage with public health sectors. It is particularly suitable for firms that can contribute innovative technology solutions to help reduce smoking rates effectively across local communities. Companies focusing on product licenses, wellness applications, and health services may find new avenues for growth and collaboration by exploring similar tenders issued by county councils or public authorities concerned with community health improvements.

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Notice Title

Smokefree App licenses and associated NRT

Notice Description

To purchase smokefree app licenses to help reduce smoking prevalence across Somerset as a key priority of public health Somerset

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066f1b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025251-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£76,131 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNITE PROCUREMENT

Further Information

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