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title: "North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) Framework for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)"
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# North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) Framework for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-051734

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## Summary

North Northamptonshire Council has established a framework for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) as part of its Stop Smoking Service. The council is based in Corby, UKF25 region, and this initiative seeks to engage multiple suppliers through two procurement lots: NRT - Bulk Buy and NRT - Direct to Client. This open procurement process follows a competitive flexible procedure under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. The framework agreement is effective from 2025-08-01 and extends until 2029-03-31, with the current status being at the award stage. The gross value of the contract amounts to £902,479, with an open invitation for potential suppliers to tender for one or both lots, emphasizing the demand for pharmaceutical and health services in this field.

This contract presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialized in pharmaceutical products and health services. The framework's structured lots allow suppliers to cater to specialized needs, either supplying in bulk or directly to clients, thus accommodating a broad range of business models. With an expected increase in service users from 1,800 in the first year to 3,000 within five years, companies engaged in the production and delivery of NRT products stand to benefit greatly. SMEs such as JRAPHA CARE LIMITED, PHARMACEUTICALS DIRECT LTD, MK MEDICALS (UK) LTD, and ASHTONS HOSPITAL PHARMACY SERVICES LIMITED have already been involved, showcasing the framework's adaptability towards smaller enterprises while providing substantial market engagement opportunities through regional delivery.

## Notice

North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) is setting up a Framework of providers for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) for use with clients engaged with North Northamptonshire Council's Stop Smoking Service for an initial period of 45 months. North Northamptonshire stop smoking service includes a 12-week treatment plan incorporating NRT products, provided only to individuals aged 12 and above who are engaged in the stop smoking programme and receiving behavioural support with regular contact from a stop smoking advisor. The stop smoking service provides 12 weeks of support to local smokers and expects to work with 1,800 people per year in year one. This is expected to gradually increase to 3,000 people per year in five years. Quitting smoking often requires multiple attempts, with stress and lack of supportive environments making the process more challenging. Local stop smoking services are up to three times more effective than unaided attempts or over the counter NRT. Potential Suppliers are invited to tender for one or more of the LOTs. - Lot 1 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) - Bulk Buy - Lot 2 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) - Direct to Client

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053532-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 May 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £902,479 |
| Lots value | £902,478 |
| Awards value | £902,479 |
| Contracts value | £902,479 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | CORBY |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN17 1QG |
| 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 | Lloyds |
| Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | ASHTONS HOSPITAL PHARMACY SERVICES; JRAPHA CARE; MK MEDICALS (UK; PHARMACEUTICALS DIRECT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 33600000 - Pharmaceutical products
- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 15:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053532-2026
- 5 Feb 2026 at 17:23 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010720-2026
- 1 Jul 2025 at 09:51 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036329-2025
- 19 May 2025 at 13:58 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022729-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053532-2026
  5th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010720-2026
  5th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036329-2025
  1st July 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022729-2025
  19th May 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home
  Please visit the North Northamptonshire Council e-Procurement Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home) to access the full tender documentation for this opportunity and submit a bid

## Notice URLs

- http://www.mkmedicalsuk.com
- http://www.pdluk.com
- https://ashtons.com/
- https://jraphapharmacy.co.uk/
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/api/1.0/ocdsReleasePackages/ocds-h6vhtk-051734
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/

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