Emergency Department Stop Smoking Services

The service will provide an evidence-based service for behaviour change and stop smoking that is accessible across Norfolk.

This procurement was undertaken under the Competitive Process of the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023

This was a procurement under the Provider Selection Regime and there are no specific notices that relate to this regime. The notice refers to the Light Touch Regime which is incorrect as this is a notice for the Competitive Process under the Provider Selection Regime 2023. The contract is for 3 years and is not a framework agreement. This procurement notice has been authorised by the Head of Complex Transactions and Sourcing and no conflict of interests were noted for this procurement exercise. This contract is for a new service that Norfolk County Council has not previously commissioned.

This is a contract details notice.

The winning bidder scored the highest for quality, showing a strong track record, Under the key criteria of integration, collaboration and service sustainability the winning provider committed to review and progress meetings. The response demonstrated good plans for integration including with key partners outside of the ED. Good plans for collaboration were included in the bid. For the key criteria of social value, the response committed to a number of initiatives including workforce development initiatives and reinvesting in Norfolk. With regard to improving access and inequalities, the response demonstrated inclusive support, flexibility in access and a good focus around certain groups. For the key criteria of value, the response covered well Russell Standards and COSTED and covered relevant KPIs. For quality and innovation, the response demonstrated a strong staffing model, peer learning and people with lived experience.

Please note that both Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council have approved a devolution deal which is expected to lead to the establishment of a Mayoral Combined County Authority with strategic powers, headed by an elected mayor. Subject to the government laying a Statutory Instrument and to its approval by Parliament to formally establish the new combined authority, the first Mayoral election is expected to be in May 2028.

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Lots

This procurement was divided into 1 lots, each awarded separately. 5 bids were received in total.

Government spending data: This supplier has received £176,625 in 5 payments (over £25k) from Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (2022-02-23 to 2022-09-30). View full payment history →

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