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title: "North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of Employee Assistance Services (through CCS DPS RM6296)"
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buyer: "NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of Employee Assistance Services (through CCS DPS RM6296)

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-623d3c36-10ba-4c0b-906d-97ede1038012

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## Summary

North Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of Employee Assistance Services, focusing on general wellbeing support and counselling services for its employees. This contract falls under the health services industry category and includes additional guidance and counselling services. The contract covers the East Midlands, United Kingdom, and is structured for an initial two-year period from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2027, with an option to extend for another two years, potentially reaching a total value of £64,000. The procurement utilised a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system under CCS DPS RM6296, and the award was officially made on 28th June 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their business operations in the health services sector. Businesses specialising in delivering employee wellbeing, mental health support, and confidential counselling services will find this contract particularly advantageous, providing a platform to enhance their service offerings and visibility in the public sector. Engaging with North Northamptonshire Council could pave the way for further collaborations and access to a wide array of similar procurement processes within this region.

## Notice

North Northamptonshire Council is seeking qualified providers for the provision of general wellbeing support and counselling services for its employees. The service aims to offer confidential assistance to colleagues across the organisation, supporting their mental health and overall wellbeing. The contract is for an initial period of two years (1st July 2025 to 30th June 2027), with an option to extend for a further two years until 30th June 2029. The estimated contract value for the initial two-year term is PS32,000, with the exact value determined annually based on service utilisation. If the full extension is exercised, the total value may reach up to PS64,000

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3720714-96f8-41b7-96c4-d9befcbc48f0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £64,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £64,000 |
| 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 | HEALTH ASSURED |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services
- 85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

## Release History

- 1 Aug 2025 at 11:25 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3720714-96f8-41b7-96c4-d9befcbc48f0
- 1 Aug 2025 at 11:12 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3720714-96f8-41b7-96c4-d9befcbc48f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e3720714-96f8-41b7-96c4-d9befcbc48f0
  1st August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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