Smoke Free Application

North East Lincolnshire Council has successfully completed the procurement process for a "Smoke Free Application," aimed at providing 24/7 online support for quitting smoking, alongside supplying nicotine replacement therapy (NRT). This procurement falls under the services category for guidance and counselling services, specifically within the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method as a call-off from the CCS framework RM6202 - Tail End Spend Solution.

Key dates include the tender period ending on 31 January 2025, the contract period starting on 1 February 2025 and concluding on 31 January 2026. This awarded contract provides an excellent opportunity for businesses engaged in digital health services and support solutions, particularly those specialising in counselling and wellness programmes. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), which are eligible under this procurement, are well-suited to compete in similar tenders.

Such projects enable businesses to expand their portfolio in public health initiatives and increase visibility within the region, contributing to substantial business growth by establishing strong partnerships with governmental bodies. The contract's successful bidder, 23 Limited trading as Smoke Free, exemplifies how SMEs can excel in such specialised niches.