Integrated Alcohol and Drug Service

West Northamptonshire Council has awarded a contract for an integrated alcohol and drug service, as announced on September 17, 2025. The service is designed to provide comprehensive support including prevention, early intervention, treatment, and recovery, with a strong emphasis on community resilience and reducing harms to children. The procurement, under the open and competitive flexible procedure, falls within the services industry category, specifically social work services without accommodation.

The procurement was initiated through a tender process and the award for the service is pending with a contract value of £60,000,000. The contract period is from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2031, with potential renewals extending up to 2036. The location of service delivery is West Northamptonshire, UKF24, and the contract will be executed with the supplier, Turning Point.

This tender presents significant opportunities for organisations specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with experience in social and community work, health, and rehabilitation services. Large-scale enterprises with innovative approaches to integrated health services will find this contract appealing, as it requires a focus on evidence-based good practices and outcomes that benefit individuals and their families. Businesses capable of delivering dynamic and flexible health service programmes stand to benefit greatly by participating in and growing through collaboration with this public initiative.

The service aims to build community resilience and offer extensive support to children and families affected by substance misuse, making it a lucrative engagement for organisations with a substantial understanding of similar social impact initiatives.