ITT_30346 Children and Young People's Health and Wellbeing Service with a Primary Focus on Substance Misuse

The procurement process, titled "ITT_30346 Children and Young People's Health and Wellbeing Service with a Primary Focus on Substance Misuse," has been conducted by the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) and the City of Westminster (WCC). The focus is on community health services under the CPV classification 85323000. The process follows the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with a competitive method of procurement.

On 7th October 2025, the contract was awarded to the Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust. This service spans from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2030, with an extension option up to 2032, valued at approximately £7.3 million. The procurement stage has reached the award phase, ensuring readiness for the upcoming service delivery across London, in RBKC and WCC.

This public procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in community health services, particularly those adept in providing innovative, quality interventions for substance misuse. The tender process emphasised quality, particularly integration and service sustainability, ensuring that only well-equipped suppliers are considered. With an increased scope and budget, the contract aligns with councils' objectives to improve health outcomes for young people, offering business avenues to showcase competitive innovations in health services.

This tender is well-suited to organisations experienced in health, early intervention, and community engagement, ensuring impact and sustainability in service delivery across the targeted London boroughs.