Youth Education Services (Vaping, Alcholic & Drugs and Gambling Related Harms)

The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council has awarded a contract for Youth Education Services focusing on vaping, alcohol and drugs, and gambling-related harms. The procurement process has culminated in an award to Step 2 Young People's Health, following an open procedure, with the contract commencing on 22nd December 2025 and lasting until 31st March 2027, with the potential to extend until March 2028, subject to performance. Although the tender process is complete, this contract was specifically aimed at addressing significant public health topics and was instrumental in complementing the Relationships, Sex, and Health Education (RSHE) curriculum in schools and alternative provisions across Bradford, UK, at the regional level UKE41.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operating in the educational and public health sectors to engage with public sector work, offering services that address critical areas like substance misuse and youth education. With a contract value of £265,000 before tax, SMEs can benefit from the stability and recognition conferred by working with a public authority. Companies small in scale, particularly those specialising in educational content creation or health services, would find themselves well-suited to such opportunities, potentially paving the way for partnership expansions, increased sector expertise, and demonstrated impact within community education services.