Contract notice
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
North Northamptonshire Council
Sheerness House, 41 Meadow Road
KETTERING
NN168TL
UK
Contact person: North Northamptonshire Procurement Team
E-mail: procurement@northnorthants.gov.uk
NUTS: UKF25
Internet address(es)
Main address: https://www.northnorthants.gov.uk/
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge at:
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:
https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Regional or local authority
I.5) Main activity
General public services
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
North Northamptonshire Council - Provision of 0-19 (Children and Young People) Services
Reference number: NNC00000583
II.1.2) Main CPV code
85000000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
North Northamptonshire Council (hereafter referred to as the "Council") wishes to invite Tender Responses for the Provision of 0-19 (Children and Young People) Services in North Northamptonshire.
In order to deliver services to support children and young people in North Northamptonshire using an evidence-based approach and health need assessment, the 0 - 19 service has been split into two lots: 0-11 and 11-19.
Lot 1: 0-11 Service, fully integrated with Family Hubs:
Lot 1 provides a fully integrated service for families with children aged 0-11, linked to Family Hubs. It includes the Healthy Child Programme, which focuses on early childhood health through regular reviews, immunizations, and health education. There is targeted support for vulnerable parents, expanded access to services, and initiatives like the Infant Feeding Service to promote breastfeeding. The Parent and Infant Mental Health Programme supports emotional wellbeing, while the National Child Weight Management Programme monitors and addresses childhood obesity. All programs aim to reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for families.
Lot 2: 11+-19 Service, with a focus on local priorities:
The Service, led by Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (School Nurses), aims to support the health and wellbeing of school-aged children through a comprehensive, no wrong door approach. The service includes health education, immunizations, and safeguarding, along with specialized support in key areas such as mental health and emotional wellbeing, promoting healthy relationships, encouraging healthier lifestyle choices, and reducing risk-taking behaviours. Additionally, the service provides guidance to help young people transition smoothly into adulthood and become work-ready.
The contract for this project will be awarded via the Competitive Process, subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
Yes
Tenders may be submitted for all lots
II.2) Description
Lot No: 1
II.2.1) Title
Lot 1: 0-11 Service, fully integrated with Family Hubs
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
85000000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKF25
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Lot 1: 0-11 Service Overview, Integrated with Family Hubs
This service provides comprehensive support for children aged 0-11 and their families, fully integrated with Family Hubs. Key components include:
Healthy Child Programme (HCP): A universal, evidence-based public health initiative focusing on early childhood, from pregnancy to the end of primary school. It includes health and development reviews, immunisations, screening, and health promotion, with additional targeted support for communities experiencing health inequalities.
Vulnerable Parents and Parents-to-Be Programme: Offers targeted support for parents and expectant parents identified as vulnerable or in need. The inclusion criteria in the new model are broader to increase access and equity. The service will collaborate with families to select a more suitable name, avoiding stigma associated with the term "vulnerable."
Infant Feeding Service: Supports breastfeeding and safe infant feeding practices, particularly in communities less likely to breastfeed and in need of greater support.
Parent and Infant Mental Health Programme: Provides mental health support to parents and infants to promote healthy early relationships and emotional well-being, targeting those more likely to face mental health challenges.
National Child Weight Management Programme (NCMP): A mandated service that measures the height and weight of children in Reception and Year 6 to monitor and address childhood obesity. It provides crucial data to identify obesity prevalence locally and support those in greatest need.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
44 473 320.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 108
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
The Council proposes to enter into one (1) Contract for an initial period of 60 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 (24+24) months, making 108 months in total.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Lot No: 2
II.2.1) Title
Lot 2: 11-19 Service, Focused on Local Priorities
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
85000000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKF25
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
Lot 2: 11+-19 Service, with a focus on local priorities
This service will be led by Specialist Community Public Health Nurses (School Nurses) who provide health and wellbeing support to school-aged children, including health education, immunisations, and safeguarding, a multi-disciplinary team will offer a range of support through a no wrong door approach.
Focused support areas include:
• Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing: Addresses the mental health needs of young people, offering support and interventions to promote emotional resilience.
• Developing and Maintaining Healthy Relationships: Educates and supports young people in forming and sustaining healthy relationships.
• Supporting Children and Young People (CYP) to Make Healthier Choices and Reduce Risk-Taking Behaviours: Focuses on preventing substance abuse, promoting healthy lifestyles, and reducing risk-taking behaviours.
• Transition to Adulthood and Being Work-Ready: Provides guidance and support to help young people transition to adulthood, including preparation for employment.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value
Value excluding VAT:
7 000 000.00
GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 84
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
The Council proposes to enter into one (1) Contract for an initial period of 36 months with the preferred Potential Supplier, with an option to extend for 48 (24+24) months, making 84 months in total.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date:
24/09/2024
Local time: 12:00
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
EN
IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date:
24/09/2024
Local time: 12:01
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement:
No
VI.3) Additional information
Please visit the North Northamptonshire Council e-Procurement Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/nnc/aspx/Home) to apply for this opportunity and to access the documentation.
This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract Notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award.
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
High Court of England and Wales
London
UK
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
29/08/2024