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title: "Provision of an AI led stop smoking advisor service"
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# Provision of an AI led stop smoking advisor service

Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f38e4799-0fb3-47cb-9c70-fedc6b1533a5

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## Summary

Hertfordshire County Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Provision of an AI led stop smoking advisor service" under the category of health services. The initiative, set to operate in Hertfordshire, East of England, utilises an AI messaging assistant for multi-language 24/7 live support through WhatsApp, enhancing accessibility without the need for software downloads. This tender was part of G-Cloud 14, leveraging a selective procurement method via a framework agreement. Key dates include a contract period running from 11 March 2026 to 10 March 2027, with the award made to Red Bullet Web Development Limited on 10 March 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) eager to expand their portfolios in digital health services, especially those specialising in AI and messaging platforms. By partnering with Hertfordshire County Council, businesses can further develop innovations in public health advisory tools and establish a foothold in the provision of essential health services. The focus on simplifying user experiences through seamless communication channels may appeal particularly to tech firms proficient in software development and digital communication solutions.

## Notice

Multi-language 24/7 live stop smoking support via an AI messaging assistant which incorporates local policy and pathways via WhatsApp based messaging service to simplify the user journey, so no software download is required. It will provide daily check-in messages, motivational messaging, and support to users who want to stop smoking in Hertfordshire and will compliment other existing Stop Smoking services. This is a call-off from G-Cloud 14.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6961fe75-b430-4d70-af4b-d9246f92ca3a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 Mar 2026 - 10 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £120,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,000 |
| 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 | HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HERTFORD |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG13 8XR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire |
| Local authority | East Hertfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Hertford Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Hertford and Stortford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RED BULLET WEB DEVELOPMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6961fe75-b430-4d70-af4b-d9246f92ca3a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6961fe75-b430-4d70-af4b-d9246f92ca3a
  30th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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