---
title: "Healthwatch Norfolk"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054908"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-16"
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# Healthwatch Norfolk

Buyer: NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054908

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## Summary

Norfolk County Council, a public authority at the sub-central government level, is initiating a procurement process for Healthwatch Norfolk services. This tender, classified under Health and social work services, aims to develop tailored engagement strategies for marginalised and vulnerable groups in regions UKH15, UKH16, and UKH17. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with an open procedure method, accommodating electronic submissions. Key dates to note include the enquiry period ending on 11 July 2025, the tender submission deadline on 18 July 2025, and the awarding phase concluding on 30 July 2025. The contract period is projected to commence on 11 August 2025, extending until 10 August 2032, with a possibility of renewal.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social services, particularly those adept at reaching out to diverse communities. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract appealing due to the emphasis on quality and community engagement, offering potential for business growth in the public services sector. Companies capable of developing inclusive strategies that cater to the unique needs of various groups will be well-placed to compete in this procurement process. The substantial contract value of £370,000, with a gross amount of £444,000, also indicates a significant investment in improving community health and social care access.

## Notice

The Council is seeking to purchase healthwatch services that will place particular emphasis on reaching out to marginalised and vulnerable groups who might face additional challenges in accessing health and social care services. The provider will work with Local Authority to engage with a wide range of communities, including those who are often marginalised or vulnerable. To do this effectively, develop targeted engagement strategies that are tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of different groups.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Council is seeking to purchase healthwatch services that will place particular emphasis on reaching out to marginalised and vulnerable groups who might face additional challenges in accessing health and social care services. The provider will work with Local Authority to engage with a wide range of communities, including those who are often marginalised or vulnerable. To do this effectively, develop targeted engagement strategies that are tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of different groups.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032493-2025 |
| Notice type | UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | 19 Jun 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 Aug 2025 - 10 Aug 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £370,000 |
| Lots value | £370,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR1 2DH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | Lakenham |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| Delivery location | TLH15 Norwich and East Norfolk, TLH16 North and West Norfolk, TLH17 Breckland and South Norfolk |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 16 Jun 2025 at 09:38 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032493-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032493-2025
  16th June 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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