Provision for Call of Kit and Lancashire BCSP Health Promotion

The Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has completed a procurement process for the "Provision for Call of Kit and Lancashire BCSP Health Promotion." The procurement was undertaken using a direct method, below threshold, without competition, reflecting its efficient approach to securing necessary health services. The contract, valued at £182,690, commenced on 2nd October 2025 and is scheduled to conclude by 31st March 2026, with the possibility of a one-year extension.

The project falls under the services category, specifically health services, and involves collaboration with the supplier, Blackburn With Darwen Council For Voluntary Service, in the UKD42 region, highlighting a focus on local service provision and public health initiatives. This procurement opens up opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), to engage in public health projects, thereby enhancing their footprint within the healthcare sector. Enterprises specialising in health promotion, community health initiatives, and those with capabilities in service delivery within the public health sphere are ideally placed to benefit from such opportunities.

The involvement of a local supplier underscores the importance of regional expertise and community engagement, offering businesses the chance to strengthen their network, showcase their services, and contribute significantly to public health outcomes.