Decision details

Decision: To extend the current contract with Kent Community Health NHS Trust (KCHT) until 31^st March 2016, pending competitive tender of the Stop Smoking Service in summer 2015.

How the decision relates to BS4K and Corporate Objectives: In line with Facing the Challenge principles, extending the existing contract will allow for a focus on outcomes, whilst allowing for a review of the current service provision to be completed

Financial Implications: The current indicative budget for the smoking cessation service in Kent is £2.6 million.

Legal Implications: The decision will require a single source tender to extend the existing contract to 31^st March 2016. 

Equality Implications: None.

As Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Public Health, I agree that the County Council extend the current contract with Kent Community Health Trust (KCHT) for the smoking cessation service to 31st March 2016, pending competitive tender of the smoking cessation service.