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Social Impact Framework

South Cambridgeshire
Published 7 Jan, 2026
Contract Value
£15,000,000
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Overview

Summary, notice description and lot information

Summary of the contracting process

The East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub is spearheading a public procurement process entitled the "Social Impact Framework," which is instrumental in addressing health inequalities through community-based service commissioning. The framework aligns with NHS organisations, Integrated Care Boards, local authorities, and the broader public sector in the UK, under the light-touch regime of an open procurement method. It was initiated on 5th December 2025, with contracts starting on 8th December 2025 and spanning an initial term of one year, extendable for another year.

This multi-lot framework encapsulates various services, including mental health, housing stability, and domestic abuse support, emphasizing prevention, community-led services, and voice and influence. This initiative aims to enhance early access and alleviate acute service demand pressures. The framework provides a robust platform for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector, and other specialised providers to engage in service provision.

It seamlessly integrates these entities into the NHS and public sector procurement ecosystem, thus offering pivotal opportunities for business expansion. Suppliers within this framework, such as AFRO INNOVATION GROUP and AGE UK NORWICH LIMITED, highlight the framework's inclusivity and the comprehensive reach across the UK. By fostering novel business collaboration, this procurement process not only caters to a critical societal role but also propels enterprises geared towards community service, health and social work, to foster scalable and impactful growth.

Notice Description

Prior Notice Published: UK-0339 Atamis Contract Reference: C349697 The East of England NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub is establishing a multi-lot framework agreement to support the commissioning of services that address health inequalities and the wider determinants of health. The framework provides a compliant, structured route for NHS organisations, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), local authorities, and other public sector bodies to procure community-based services. It strengthens collaboration with VCSEs, SMEs, and specialist providers, with the aim of improving early access to support and reducing pressure on acute services.

The framework is built around three core themes: Voice & Influence: Helping people and communities shape services, exercise choice, and play an active role in decision-making. Community-Led Services for Social Impact: Supporting services delivered by local organisations and communities, focused on needs identified at a local level. Prevention & Cessation: Commissioning services centred on prevention, early intervention, and behaviour change, helping reduce demand for crisis or acute care.

Services include support with mental health, housing stability, employment, financial inclusion, domestic abuse, and wider preventative services. This is an open framework, which will reopen again in 2026. Note regarding contract documents: Due to the number of lots within this framework (23 lots), the contract documentation has been uploaded once under Lot 1 only.

The contract uploaded to Lot 1 contains the full framework terms and conditions, specification, and commercial provisions applicable to all lots. Commercially sensitive information has been redacted in accordance with section 94 of the Procurement Act 2023. The contractual terms apply equally across all lots and, as such, duplication of the same contract documentation under each individual lot has been considered unnecessary.

Lot Information23 Lots
1Voice, Influence and Representation Services
Complete

Supports marginalised or underrepresented groups to influence local decisions. Builds skills, facilitates forums, and ensures views are heard and acted upon.

2VCSE System Leadership & Infrastructure Representation
Complete

Coordinates and represents the VCSE sector within systems like ICBs. Advises on sector priorities, connects VCSEs and public bodies, and influences policy.

3Children and Young People Services
Complete

Delivers early help, targeted support, and activities for children, young people, and families facing disadvantage or complex needs.

4Domestic Abuse and Violence Support Services
Complete

Provides trauma-informed support, safety planning, refuge, outreach, and specialist help for people affected by domestic abuse.

5Employment Support and Skills for People Facing Barriers
Complete

Supports those facing social, economic, or personal barriers into employment or training. Offers tailored advice, skills, and work placements.

6Green Health and Wellbeing Services
Complete

Offers nature-based, non-clinical activities such as gardening, outdoor groups, and green social prescribing to boost wellbeing.

7Financial and Digital Inclusion Services
Complete

Provides advice on benefits, debt, budgeting, and digital skills to reduce inequality and prevent hardship or exclusion.

8Food Security and Access Services
Complete

Ensures short-term food security through immediate access to nutritious food through hubs and emergency support, as well as longer-term solutions such as developing cooking skills, and facilitating community food projects.

9Housing Stability, Homelessness Prevention, and Crisis Support Services
Complete

Supports people at risk of homelessness to access safe housing, prevent crisis, and build long-term stability.

10Inclusion Health and Refugee/Migrant Wellbeing Services
Complete

Tailors support for people facing severe social exclusion, including refugees, migrants, and those not registered with statutory services.

11Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Services
Complete

Delivers community-based mental health and wellbeing support for people at risk of poor outcomes or facing barriers.

12Physical Health and Wellbeing Services
Complete

Provides preventative and supportive physical health services, self-management support, and outreach for those with long-term conditions.

13Offender Rehabilitation and Criminal Justice Support
Complete

Supports people in or leaving the criminal justice system to rebuild their lives through resettlement, skills, and wellbeing support.

14Post-16 Special Education and Life Skills Support for Young People with SEND
Complete

Helps young people aged 16-25 with SEND build skills, confidence, and independence as they transition to adulthood.

15Social and Community Cohesion Services
Complete

Activities that build stronger, more connected communities with the aim of reducing isolation and loneliness, improving community wellbeing, and fostering a sense of belonging among people from different backgrounds

16Supported Living Services
Complete

Enables people with additional needs to live independently through accommodation and practical support.

17Mobile Outreach and Community Access Services
Complete

Delivers support to people in their homes or communities, especially those unable to access mainstream services.

18Carer Support and Respite Services
Complete

Supports unpaid carers by promoting their wellbeing, reducing isolation and stress, and helping them sustain their caring role with access to advice, support, and respite.

19Learning Disability and Autism Support Services
Complete

Offers flexible, person-led support for people with learning disabilities or autism to improve life skills, health, and inclusion.

20Tobacco Dependence Prevention and Treatment Services
Complete

Delivers evidence-based support to help people quit smoking, including targeted interventions for high-risk groups.

21Weight Management and Obesity Prevention Services
Complete

Provides behaviour change support, group programmes, and outreach to help individuals and families achieve a healthy weight.

22Alcohol Harm Reduction Services
Complete

Offers community-based harm reduction, interventions, and support for people affected by alcohol.

23Respiratory Health Improvement and Prevention Services
Complete

Supports prevention, early identification, and self-management of respiratory conditions, and addresses environmental risks.

Procurement Classification

Notice type, method, and CPV codes

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-055bf2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Awardee Scale
Large, SME
Current Stage
Award

Contract Values

Financial information and value estimates

Tender Value
£15,000,000
Lots Value
£15,000,000
Awards Value
£2,225,000
Contracts Value
£2,225,000

The contract period is one year.

Key Dates

Publication, submission, and award timeline

Tender

09 Jul 2025 at 11:46

UK4 - Tender Notice

Notice Status

Current status of tender, lots, awards, and contracts

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority

Buyer organisation and contact details

EOE
EAST OF ENGLAND NHS COLLABORATIVE PROCUREMENT HUB
Services
Contact Name
Mandy Emery
FULBOURN
CB21 5XA
East
England
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

Awarded Supplier

Supplier who was awarded this contract

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Not specifiedAwarded
Large, SME
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Number of Suppliers
224
Awards Value
£2,225,000

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