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title: "AT1365 Drug & Alcohol Treatment (Clinical, Care & Recovery)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054351"
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# AT1365 Drug & Alcohol Treatment (Clinical, Care & Recovery)

Buyer: LUTON COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054351

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## Summary

Luton Council is seeking to deliver a comprehensive drug and alcohol treatment and recovery system aimed at adults and young people in Luton, UK. The procurement process, titled "AT1365 Drug & Alcohol Treatment (Clinical, Care & Recovery)," is undergoing award stages. The initiative, aligned with Luton's 2040 vision, includes services such as clinical care, support, stabilisation for those who are not yet ready to make changes, and recovery assistance for long-term support. The contract, procured via an open procedure under its special 'light touch' regime, anticipates commencement in April 2026 with a duration of eight years, and potential extension by two more years. Funding comes from Luton's Core Public Health Fund, with additional government aid possible. Significant dates include the end of the standstill period on 16 December 2025 and a future contract signature scheduled for 22 December 2025.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in health and social work services, particularly those that can provide drug and alcohol treatment and recovery services. With an above-threshold value of £32 million, it accommodates both large companies like Change Grow Live and VCSE entities such as Community Led Initiatives C.I.C. Businesses that prioritise quality service provision, evidenced by the emphasis on 100% quality in award criteria, are well-suited to compete. The contract encourages collaboration and the formation of alliances for effective service delivery, providing a robust platform for providers to enhance their footprint in the public health domain.

## Notice

The delivery of adult and children and young people's drug and alcohol treatment and recovery system comprising of drug and alcohol treatment services, support and stabilisation for those not ready to make changes and recovery providing ongoing support for those moving from treatment in to long term recovery. These services will support the council's strategic priorities and Luton's 2040 vision.

### Lot Information

Alliance Clinical

providing drug and alcohol treatment services. This includes specialist children and young people (CYP) service provision and in reach in to criminal justice system and Luton and Dunstable University Hospital

Alliance Care

A specialist team providing practical care, support and stabilisation for those not ready or able to make changes

### Planning Information

PSR 85323000-9 Community Health Services
Procurement of Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Recovery Services for Luton. This procurement is being conducted in accordance with the Competitive Process outlined in the Health Care Services Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Regulations 2023. The new contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026, with a duration of 8 years, plus an optional 2-year extension. Luton Council will commission in two ‘lots’ forming the Luton Drug and Alcohol Alliance (LDAA). Luton Drug and Alcohol Alliance (LDAA) model is informed by population needs, consultation and data including the National Drug Strategy (2021), Pan Beds Drug and Alcohol Needs Assessment (2022/23), Luton Service User Consultation (2024), Luton Drug and alcohol HNA data review (2024). Lot 1 ‘Alliance Clinical’ will deliver structed drug and alcohol treatment services and interventions for adults and children, in accordance with NICE guidelines, including delivery on harm reduction, prevention and early intervention strategies. This will include the Alliance Care service, providing practical support and interventions to individuals with complex interconnected needs. Lot 2 ‘Alliance Recovery’ will deliver peer-led recovery services that establish a clear, supportive pathway for service users throughout their treatment journey. Focused on fostering long-term recovery, hope, and tangible success within the Luton community. The new contact will utilise Luton’s Core Public Health Fund and will include mechanisms to accommodate additional government funding to supplement delivery, expanding the financial resources available.
Luton Council will host a virtual meet the supplier engagement event on 1st July 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079998-2025 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | 20 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | 28 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2034 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,000,000 |
| Lots value | £40,000,000 |
| Awards value | £35,056,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LUTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | LUTON |
| Post town | Luton |
| Postcode | LU1 2BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH21 Luton |
| Local authority | Luton |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Luton South and South Bedfordshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CHANGE GROW LIVE; COMMUNITY LED INITIATIVES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 5 Dec 2025 at 09:54 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079998-2025
- 30 Jul 2025 at 10:20 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044172-2025
- 5 Jun 2025 at 09:52 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030137-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079998-2025
  5th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044172-2025
  30th July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030137-2025
  5th June 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.luton.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.procontract.due-north.com

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