Community Chill Out Zone

The procurement process involves NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland ICB as the buyer for the "Community Chill Out Zone" project, which falls under the health services industry category. This tender is specifically for the provision of workshop sessions across schools and community venues in locations such as Leicester City, East and West Leicestershire, and Rutland. Currently, it is at the contract update stage, following a formal modification notice under the Health Care Services' Provider Selection Regime Regulations 2023.

The original contract was signed on 1st April 2025, with the current notice confirming a 2-year extension to the contract. The project operates under procurement processes distinct from the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023. This contract represents a significant opportunity for health service providers, particularly those specialising in educational and community workshop settings, to engage in a long-term partnership with a public health organisation.

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on community health services are especially well-suited to tender for such projects, considering the specialised nature of services required within the healthcare category. Opportunities like this allow businesses to expand their portfolios, build their reputation with public sector clients, and secure stable revenue through government contracts. The current supplier, The Relationships Centre Leicestershire Ltd, exemplifies an SME effectively leveraging such contracts for business growth.