Scope
Reference
In-Tend-NNC00000655
Description
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
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
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £902,479 excluding VAT
- £902,479 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 July 2025 to 31 March 2029
- 3 years, 9 months
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 33693200 - Nicotine substitutes
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKF25 - North Northamptonshire
Lot Lot 1. Lot 1 - NRT Bulk Buy
Description
7.1. The North Northamptonshire Stop Smoking Service is seeking to procure nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to be included in the treatment plan for service users enrolled in the 12-week stop smoking programme. These NRT products will only be provided to service users who are registered with the North Northamptonshire stop smoking programme, actively participating in the programme for up to 12 weeks and receiving behavioural support from a Stop Smoking Advisor. NRT will only be dispensed to individuals aged 12 years and above.
The Council aims to procure a variety of NRT products, including, but not restricted to:
• Nicotine patches (16/24 hour)
• Nicotine gum
• Nicotine lozenges
• Nicotine mouth spray
The above products will be required in a range of strengths and flavours.
The total budget for both Lots 1 & 2 is £902,479. Please note: The spend will be allocated across the two lots depending on the outcome of the procurement process
Lot value (estimated)
- £451,239 excluding VAT
- £451,239 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 2. Lot 2 - NRT Direct-to-Client
Description
The North Northamptonshire Stop Smoking Service is seeking to procure nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to be included in the treatment plan for service users enrolled in the 12-week stop smoking programme. These NRT products will only be provided to service users who are registered with the North Northamptonshire stop smoking programme, actively participating in the programme for up to 12 weeks and receiving behavioural support from a Stop Smoking Advisor. NRT will only be dispensed to individuals aged 12 years and above.
The Council aims to procure a variety of NRT products, including, but not restricted to:
• Nicotine patches (16/24 hour)
• Nicotine gum
• Nicotine lozenges
• Nicotine mouth spray
The above products will be required in a range of strengths and flavours.
The total budget for both Lots 1 & 2 is £902,479. Please note: The spend will be allocated across the two lots depending on the outcome of the procurement process.
Lot value (estimated)
- £451,239 excluding VAT
- £451,239 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
The Award Criteria carries a total weight of 100%, split between Quality and Price.
• Quality (60%)
• Price (40%)
The scores from these sections will be added together and the Potential Supplier will be ranked from highest to lowest for each Lot. The pricing schedule for each Lot will be scored separately as per the calculation within the Invitation to Tender document. Potential Providers must complete a Pricing Schedule for each Lot they are applying for. The Potential Providers will be evaluated and ranked on price and quality under each Lot.
Award method when using the framework
Either with or without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot Lot 1. Lot 1 - NRT Bulk Buy
Lot Lot 2. Lot 2 - NRT Direct-to-Client
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
21 May 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
28 May 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
30 June 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Price | 40% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Associated tender documents
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
Contracting authority
North Northamptonshire Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQCM-5634-HGCN
The Corby Cube, George Street
Corby
NN17 1QG
United Kingdom
Region: UKF25 - North Northamptonshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government