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title: "Call for Competition (hereafter referred to as an Expression of Interest (EOI)) for North Northamptonshire Council - WAVE Programme"
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# Call for Competition (hereafter referred to as an Expression of Interest (EOI)) for North Northamptonshire Council - WAVE Programme

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4d03c744-68d0-4f5e-b77c-6724ea5cf6ab

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## Summary

North Northamptonshire Council is spearheading the procurement for the WAVE Programme, inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) to launch a comprehensive support initiative for vulnerable young people in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. Classified under Health and social work services, this procurement is valued at £450,000, with the process having transitioned from the tender stage to an award stage. The contract period for this initiative is between 1st April 2025 and 31st March 2028. Potential suppliers had until noon on 29th November 2024 to express interest in contributing to this trauma-informed, multi-disciplinary venture designed to mitigate risks associated with exploitation, abuse, and unintended pregnancies among high-risk youth.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in health and social care services. Companies that provide innovative and collaborative programmes aimed at vulnerable populations will find this project well-suited to their skills and expertise. By participating, organisations can not only contribute to the betterment of society but also enhance their credibility and expand their service repertoire across the social care sector in the United Kingdom. The council's approach highlights the importance of early intervention and holistic care, creating ample scope for specialist providers to make a meaningful impact while solidifying their presence in this critical industry.

## Notice

North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for experienced providers to implement a vulnerable young people's programme known locally as the Wave programme developed using the learning from the Pause for a fresh Start Programme www.pause.org.uk The Wave project offers vital, trauma-informed support to vulnerable care-experienced young people at high risk of exploitation, abuse, and pregnancies that can lead to care removals. The programme builds protective factors through early intervention, relationship-based support, and proactive outreach to address the root causes of these challenges, including engaging with young people to support them to access effective health provision confidently and independently across all elements of a young person's life, including physical and mental health, drug and alcohol support, and sexual health and safety. By collaborating with professionals in social care, housing, and health, The Wave provides a holistic, highly skilled, multi-disciplinary approach to meet the complex needs of these young people. If your organisation is interested in this opportunity please Express your Interest and complete the EOI by 12.00pm noon on Friday 29th November 2024 to procurement@northnorthants.gov.uk.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91c256de-3658-4532-b6a3-4d2b57440337 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Expression of Interest |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | KETTERING |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN16 8TL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Northall |
| Westminster constituency | Kettering |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRIDGES OUTCOMES PARTNERSHIPS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 16 May 2025 at 13:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91c256de-3658-4532-b6a3-4d2b57440337
- 15 Nov 2024 at 11:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7694fb-bed8-4d86-91bb-5f4a9caef6fc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91c256de-3658-4532-b6a3-4d2b57440337
  16th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7694fb-bed8-4d86-91bb-5f4a9caef6fc
  15th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d4ae46d5-ed40-4e38-add2-523072135709
  If your organisation is interested in this opportunity please Express your Interest and complete the EOI by 12.00pm noon on Friday 29th November 2024 to procurement@northnorthants.gov.uk.

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