North Northamptonshire Council - Speech and Language Therapist (SALT) - Advisory and Supervisory Support for the Universal Workforce

North Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process for a Speech and Language Therapist service aimed at providing advisory and supervisory support for the universal workforce. This tender falls under the health and social work services industry category and is linked to the region of Corby, UK (postal code NN17 1QG). The procurement process was finalised on 8 July 2025 and the contract, valued at £24,999 (gross £29,998.80), covers the period from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2026.

The procurement method used was limited competition due to its below-threshold status, with Kristina Smith being awarded the contract. This initiative is designed to enhance the capabilities of North Northamptonshire's Family Hubs by increasing the availability and quality of speech and language support across multiple allied sectors. This contract presents considerable opportunities for businesses operating within the health and social care sectors, particularly those specialising in early years development and interdisciplinary collaboration.

It is particularly well-suited for organisations with qualified professionals who have substantial experience in speech and language therapy, workforce training, and working within multi-agency frameworks. Winning such a contract could provide businesses with significant growth opportunities by aligning themselves with a regional government's strategic priorities, catering to an essential public service, and building a reputation for excellence in integrated service delivery and professional upskilling.