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title: "Provision of Alcohol and Tobacco Research and Evaluation"
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# Provision of Alcohol and Tobacco Research and Evaluation

Buyer: COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b41ae1ad-4e99-4e3d-ba38-6480efcfce33

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## Summary

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust awarded a contract titled "Provision of Alcohol and Tobacco Research and Evaluation," related to research services in the North East of England, specifically focusing on alcohol and tobacco use patterns. Bluegrass Limited has been chosen as the supplier through a selective procurement method, utilizing the Crown Commercial Service framework RM6126. The contract begins on 9th March 2026 and runs until 8th March 2028, with potential extensions available for up to three additional years. With a budget of £200,000, this initiative aims to address high rates of alcohol-related hospital admissions and tobacco harm in the region, thereby facilitating the design of effective intervention strategies.

This tender presents valuable growth potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research and evaluation, particularly those with experience in social health interventions. Businesses with expertise in conducting regional impact analyses and devising outreach campaigns geared towards reducing alcohol and tobacco consumption will find this opportunity particularly relevant. Through collaboration with a well-established NHS trust and engaging with strategic regional health initiatives, firms can leverage this project to expand their portfolio and build credible partnerships in the health research sector.

## Notice

On behalf of Fresh and Balance, County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust have a requirement for the Research and Evaluation of Alcohol and Tobacco usage in the North East of England. The region has some of the highest rates of harm linked to both, and understanding the patterns is essential for designing interventions that work. The region consistently reports some of the highest rates of alcohol-related hospital admissions and deaths in England. Understanding who is drinking, how much, and why helps target support where it's most needed. Research will provide insight to target campaigns and evaluation of what is working. Fresh and Balance has over 30 years' experience driving programmes of work and supporting colleagues across both local authorities and the NHS. The core strategic aim is to work at population level for a societal shift around tobacco and alcohol use. This contract was awarded to Bluegrass Limited following a further competition via Crown Commercial Service framework RM6126-Research & insights Dynamic Purchasing System Agreement. The term of the contract is 24 months with 3x12 months optional extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b9522ca-d650-4d67-86c2-a64c10e51a69 |
| 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 | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 9 Mar 2026 - 8 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £200,000 |
| 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 | COUNTY DURHAM AND DARLINGTON NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |
| Locality | DARLINGTON |
| Post town | Darlington |
| Postcode | DL3 6HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC3 Tees Valley |
| ITL 3 | TLC33 Darlington |
| Local authority | Darlington |
| Electoral ward | Pierremont |
| Westminster constituency | Darlington |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BLUEGRASS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 2 Apr 2026 at 14:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b9522ca-d650-4d67-86c2-a64c10e51a69

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6b9522ca-d650-4d67-86c2-a64c10e51a69
  2nd April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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