Norfolk Community Advice Network (NCAN) for Suicide Prevention

NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL

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22 Jun 2026 at 10:44

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Norfolk Community Advice Network (NCAN) for Suicide Prevention is managed by Norfolk County Council, a sub-central public authority based in Norwich, United Kingdom. The contract was awarded to Norfolk Community Law Service Ltd, and pertains to the "Health and social work services" industry category. This tender, classified under a light-touch procurement regime due to its value being below threshold, reached the award and contract stage with a contract signing on 31st March 2026. The contract, valued at £113,069.46 including VAT, is set to begin on 1st April 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2029, with a possible extension of up to two additional years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social services sector, particularly those experienced in managing community support networks or suicide prevention initiatives. Given the focus on delivering and maintaining a robust referral system, firms that specialise in implementing technology-driven community health solutions or have expertise in mental health support will find this contract well-suited to their capabilities. Moreover, as the initiative measures key performance metrics such as partner engagement and training efficacy, businesses skilled in these areas can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and explore further opportunities with public authority clients like Norfolk County Council.

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Notice Title

Norfolk Community Advice Network (NCAN) for Suicide Prevention

Notice Description

Norfolk Community Advice Network (NCAN) for Suicide Prevention PS94,224.55 (ex VAT)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b9ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058426-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£94,224 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR1 2DH
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
Lakenham
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NORFOLK COMMUNITY LAW SERVICE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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