Drug and alcohol community rehabilitation

Hertfordshire County Council intends to conduct a procurement process for "Drug and alcohol community rehabilitation" tailored to provide community-based abstinence support for drugs and alcohol. The process is currently in the planning stage, and the procurement category is services, specifically guidance and counselling services, which falls under the light touch regime. The associated procurement notice was published on 23rd May 2025.

The contract period is anticipated to run from 1st April 2027 to 31st March 2030, with a possible extension until 31st March 2032. Businesses should note the future notice date of 1st September 2026, which indicates further updates for potential bidders. This tender provides significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), due to its focus on rehabilitative services and community engagement.

It represents a substantial contract valued at £3,597,936, ideal for businesses with expertise in guidance and counselling services. The light touch regulatory regime also offers a more flexible framework compared to typical procurement processes, enhancing opportunities for specialised service providers to compete effectively and potentially expand their impact within the public health sector.