Leeds Stop Smoking Service (Community service for people who smoke with, or are at risk of, developing a common mental health illness and / or a long term physical health condition)

Leeds City Council is in the planning stage of procuring the Leeds Stop Smoking Service (LSSS) under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. This service focuses on supporting individuals who smoke to quit, particularly targeting those with, or at risk of, common mental health conditions and long-term physical health conditions in areas of Leeds with higher than average smoking rates. The procurement process is expected to progress with a planned communication notice on 30th March 2025.

The industry category for this tender is health and social work services, and the service will be delivered within the region of UKE42 (Leeds). This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare and social work services, especially those with experience in community-based health interventions and smoking cessation programmes. Companies that are adept at working with vulnerable groups and those with specific health risks are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract.

By engaging in this procurement, businesses can leverage their expertise to contribute to public health improvements in Leeds while expanding their service portfolios and market presence.