---
title: "SC240053 -Place Based Local Stop Smoking Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-046fc8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-09-20"
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# SC240053 -Place Based Local Stop Smoking Service

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-046fc8

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## Summary

Kent County Council undertook a procurement process titled "SC240053 - Place Based Local Stop Smoking Service," classified under community health services (CPV: 85323000). The process followed an open procedure to secure a provider for essential smoking cessation services in Kent, targeting priority groups. The procurement intended to address local public health needs by increasing engagement with specific communities such as routine and manual workers, those with mental health issues, and young people. Key stages included the tender period ending on 11 July 2024, with award decisions on subsequent dates. The awarded contract, amounting to £5,536,996, signed on 24 July 2024, aimed to support the national Smokefree 2030 ambition through increased funding and local authority led initiatives.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for healthcare service providers with expertise in public health initiatives. Businesses that specialise in community health services, especially those with experience targeting vulnerable or high-priority groups, would be well-suited. The extensive funding allocated supports the scalability of services, promoting sustainable development and long-term contracts. Given the comprehensive engagement required with various community segments, businesses offering tailored smoking cessation programs and innovative outreach strategies stand to benefit greatly from participating in this procurement. Additionally, the focus on specific demographics such as ethnic minorities and individuals in the criminal justice system offers niche specialists a chance to expand their operations and impact.

## Notice

Notice required under the The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 Reg 15 to submit an e-notification where the relevant authority decides to abandon a procurement.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Notice required under the The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 Reg 15 to submit an e-notification where the relevant authority decides to abandon a procurement. The service being procured is a Place Based Stop Smoking Service.

Renewal: in addition to the 20 month initial term, there are 3 x 12 month possible extensions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030150-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,506,666 |
| Lots value | £5,506,666 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £5,369,963 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Cancelled |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active, Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | MAIDSTONE |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME14 1XQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ45 Mid Kent |
| Local authority | Maidstone |
| Electoral ward | Penenden Heath |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | TLJ4 Kent |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EVERYONE HEALTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85323000 - Community health services

## Release History

- 20 Sep 2024 at 10:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030150-2024
- 25 Jul 2024 at 10:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023180-2024
- 13 Jun 2024 at 14:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018360-2024

## Notice URLs

- http://www.kent.gov.uk
- https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/

## Provenance

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