North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) Products
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North Northamptonshire Council recently cancelled its tender for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) products. Located in Corby, UK, the Council had intended to establish a framework to supply NRT for participants in its Stop Smoking Service. The initial stage involved floating tenders through an open procedure, with submissions invited until 28th May 2025, but this process was terminated on 8th May 2025.
The contract was divided into two lots: bulk buy (Lot 1) and direct-to-client (Lot 2), aimed at catering to the health and social work industry needs. Despite the cancellation, the procurement was set to operate under a framework agreement, indicating the Council's commitment to a strategic procurement approach in public health services. This tender presented lucrative opportunities for businesses specialised in health services, particularly those offering nicotine substitute products.
By participating, businesses could align with a municipal health initiative, gaining visibility and expanding their client base within the public sector. The procurement sought suppliers with both quality and cost-effective solutions, emphasizing the potential for SMEs and VCSEs to compete, as evaluation criteria balanced quality (60%) and price (40%). Suppliers capable of delivering diverse nicotine replacement solutions, such as patches and lozenges, could have seized this chance to enhance their reputation and market position through collaboration with North Northamptonshire Council.
North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) is setting up a Framework of providers for the provision of Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) for use with clients engaged with North Northamptonshire Council's Stop Smoking Service for an initial period of 45 months. North Northamptonshire stop smoking service includes a 12-week treatment plan incorporating NRT products, provided only to individuals aged 12 and above who are engaged in the stop smoking programme and receiving behavioural support with regular contact from a stop smoking advisor. The stop smoking service provides 12 weeks of support to local smokers and expects to work with 1,800 people per year in year one.
This is expected to gradually increase to 3,000 people per year in five years. Quitting smoking often requires multiple attempts, with stress and lack of supportive environments making the process more challenging. Local stop smoking services are up to three times more effective than unaided attempts or over the counter NRT.
Potential Suppliers are invited to tender for one or more of the LOTs. - Lot 1 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) - Bulk Buy - Lot 2 - Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) - Direct to Client Please visit the North Northamptonshire Council e-Procurement Portal (in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home) to access the full tender documentation for this opportunity and submit a bid
7.1. The North Northamptonshire Stop Smoking Service is seeking to procure nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to be included in the treatment plan for service users enrolled in the 12-week stop smoking programme. These NRT products will only be provided to service users who are registered with the North Northamptonshire stop smoking programme, actively participating in the programme for up to 12 weeks and receiving behavioural support from a Stop Smoking Advisor. NRT will only be dispensed to individuals aged 12 years and above. The Council aims to procure a variety of NRT products, including, but not restricted to: * Nicotine patches (16/24 hour) * Nicotine gum * Nicotine lozenges * Nicotine mouth spray The above products will be required in a range of strengths and flavours. The total budget for both Lots 1 & 2 is PS902,479. Please note: The spend will be allocated across the two lots depending on the outcome of the procurement process
The North Northamptonshire Stop Smoking Service is seeking to procure nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) to be included in the treatment plan for service users enrolled in the 12-week stop smoking programme. These NRT products will only be provided to service users who are registered with the North Northamptonshire stop smoking programme, actively participating in the programme for up to 12 weeks and receiving behavioural support from a Stop Smoking Advisor. NRT will only be dispensed to individuals aged 12 years and above. The Council aims to procure a variety of NRT products, including, but not restricted to: * Nicotine patches (16/24 hour) * Nicotine gum * Nicotine lozenges * Nicotine mouth spray The above products will be required in a range of strengths and flavours. The total budget for both Lots 1 & 2 is PS902,479. Please note: The spend will be allocated across the two lots depending on the outcome of the procurement process.
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