Scope
Reference
NCCT43281
Description
The service will provide an evidence-based service for behaviour change and stop smoking that is accessible across Norfolk.
This procurement is being undertaken under the Competitive Process of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023
This is a procurement under the Provider Selection Regime and there are no specific notices that relate to this regime. The notice refers to the Light Touch Regime which is incorrect as this is a notice for the Competitive Process under the Provider Selection Regime 2023. The contract is for 3 years and is not a framework agreement. This procurement notice has been authorised by the Head of Complex Transactions and Sourcing and no conflict of interests have been noted for this procurement exercise. This contract is for a new service that Norfolk County Council has not previously commissioned.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,207,774 excluding VAT
- £1,449,328 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 January 2026 to 4 January 2029
- Possible extension to 4 January 2030
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
The Contract may be extended by up to 12 months at the Council's discretion.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85323000 - Community health services
Contract locations
- UKH15 - Norwich and East Norfolk
- UKH16 - North and West Norfolk
- UKH17 - Breckland and South Norfolk
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
17 October 2025, 10:00am
Tender submission deadline
24 October 2025, 10:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
All tenders must be submitted electronically via Intend https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home
f you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-Tend support team by phoning 0845 557 8079 or +44 (0) 114 407 0065 or by emailing support@in-tend.co.uk.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
5 November 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Value | Quality | 25% |
| Quality and Innovation | Quality | 25% |
| Integration, Collaboration and Service Sustainability | Quality | 20% |
| Improving Access, Reducing Health Inequalities, and Facilitating Choice | Quality | 20% |
| Social Value | Quality | 10% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Reduced tendering period
Yes
Light touch contract - no minimum
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/norfolkcc/aspx/Home
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If you encounter any difficulties whilst using the system you can contact the In-Tend support team by phoning 0845 557 8079 or 44 (0) 114 407 0065 or by emailing support@in-tend.co.uk.
Contracting authority
Norfolk County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDYH-3246-XWTR
County Hall, Martineau Lane
Norwich
NR1 2DH
United Kingdom
Email: sourcingteam@norfolk.gov.uk
Region: UKH15 - Norwich and East Norfolk
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government