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title: "North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of 0-19 (Children and Young People) Services"
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# North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of 0-19 (Children and Young People) Services

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049687

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## Summary

The North Northamptonshire Council has awarded a contract under the Provider Selection Regime for the "Provision of 0-19 (Children and Young People) Services" in the region, categorised under Health and social work services. The procurement is divided into two lots: "Lot 1 - The Best Start in Life for Children in North Northamptonshire" with a contract value of £44,473,320 over 60 months, starting from 1st July 2025, and "Lot 2 - Thriving in Life," valued at £7,000,000 over 36 months. Both lots have optional extensions of 48 months. The competitive process is governed by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, bypassing the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The awarded contracts were confirmed on 4th December 2024, and the services will be provided by Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those focusing on early childhood health, family support, and adolescent health. Companies with expertise in health education, immunization programmes, mental health services, and childhood obesity management are well-positioned to contribute to this initiative. The targeted support for vulnerable populations within these services offers a chance to engage with community-centric projects and expand service offerings, potentially fostering long-term partnerships with local authorities and increasing service visibility in the public sector.

## Notice

This notice is an intention to award a contract under the competitive process. North Northamptonshire Council (hereafter referred to as the "Council") wishes to invite Tender Responses for the Provision of 0-19 (Children and Young People) Services in North Northamptonshire. In order to deliver services to support children and young people in North Northamptonshire using an evidence-based approach and health need assessment, the 0 - 19 service has been split into two lots: 0-11 and 11-19. Lot 1: 0-11 Service, fully integrated with Family Hubs: Lot 1 provides a fully integrated service for families with children aged 0-11, linked to Family Hubs. It includes the Healthy Child Programme, which focuses on early childhood health through regular reviews, immunizations, and health education. There is targeted support for vulnerable parents, expanded access to services, and initiatives like the Infant Feeding Service to promote breastfeeding. The Parent and Infant Mental Health Programme supports emotional wellbeing, while the National Child Weight Management Programme monitors and addresses childhood obesity. All programs aim to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for families. Contract Duration - 60 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 months, making 108 months in total. Contract Value - The Contract has a maximum total budget of PS44,473,320 for Lot One (exclusive of VAT) for the delivery of the requirement as set out in the Specification. Lot 2: 11+-19 Service, with a focus on local priorities: The Service, led by Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (School Nurses), aims to support the health and wellbeing of school-aged children through a comprehensive, no wrong door approach. The service includes health education, immunizations, and safeguarding, along with specialized support in key areas such as mental health and emotional wellbeing, promoting healthy relationships, encouraging healthier lifestyle choices, and reducing risk-taking behaviours. Additionally, the service provides guidance to help young people transition smoothly into adulthood and become work-ready. Contract Duration - 36 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 months, making 84 months in total. Contract Value - The Contract has a maximum total budget of PS7,000,000 for Lot Two (exclusive of VAT) for the delivery of the requirement as set out in the Specification. The contract for this project will be awarded via the Competitive Process, subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. This is an existing service however the model has been adapted. This is an existing provider. Lot one will run for 60 months with the preferred Potential Supplier. The contract will start on 1st July 2025 until 30th June 2030 with an option to extend for 48 months, making 108 months in total until 30th June 2034. Lot two will run for 36 months with the preferred Potential Supplier. The contract will start on 1st July 2025 until 30th June 2028 with an option to extend for 48 months, making 84 months in total until 30th June 2032. The contract award criteria are specified in the procurement documents.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - The Best Start in Life

Lot 1 provides a fully integrated service for families with children aged 0-11, linked to Family Hubs. It includes the Healthy Child Programme, which focuses on early childhood health through regular reviews, immunizations, and health education. There is targeted support for vulnerable parents, expanded access to services, and initiatives like the Infant Feeding Service to promote breastfeeding. The Parent and Infant Mental Health Programme supports emotional wellbeing, while the National Child Weight Management Programme monitors and addresses childhood obesity. All programs aim to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for families. Contract Duration - 60 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 months, making 108 months in total. Contract Value - The Contract has a maximum annual budget of PS44,473,320 for Lot One (exclusive of VAT) for the delivery of the requirement as set out in the Specification.

Options: The contract award criteria are specified in the procurement documents

Renewal: The Council proposes to enter into one (1) Contract for an initial period of 60 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 (24+24) months, making 108 months in total.

Lot 2 - Thriving in Life

The Service, led by Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (School Nurses), aims to support the health and wellbeing of school-aged children through a comprehensive, no wrong door approach. The service includes health education, immunizations, and safeguarding, along with specialized support in key areas such as mental health and emotional wellbeing, promoting healthy relationships, encouraging healthier lifestyle choices, and reducing risk-taking behaviours. Additionally, the service provides guidance to help young people transition smoothly into adulthood and become work-ready. Contract Duration - 36 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 months, making 84 months in total. Contract Value - The Contract has a maximum annual budget of PS7,000,000 for Lot Two (exclusive of VAT) for the delivery of the requirement as set out in the Specification.

Options: The contract award criteria are specified in the procurement documents.

Renewal: The Council proposes to enter into one (1) Contract for an initial period of 36 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 (24+24) months, making 84 months in total.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040903-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | £51,473,320 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £58,473,320 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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), TLF25 North Northamptonshire |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2024 at 09:56 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040903-2024
- 5 Dec 2024 at 17:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039334-2024
- 4 Oct 2024 at 11:15 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031877-2024
- 29 Aug 2024 at 16:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027662-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home
- https://in-tendorganiser.co.uk/nnc/aspx
- https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/

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