All-Age carers Service

Salford City Council is overseeing the planning of a procurement process for an All-Age Carers Service, which aims to provide a comprehensive suite of support services for carers and bereaved individuals within Salford. The industry category falls under health and social work services, as well as other community and social services, with a particular focus on engaging small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a milestone set for market engagement closing by 4th February 2026.

The primary objective of this pre-market engagement is to understand the market capacity and gather insights to ensure the delivery of a high-quality service that meets the needs of the community. The contract is anticipated to start on 1st October 2026 and could run until potentially 30th September 2032, should there be renewal extensions. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those with expertise in providing support to carers and bereaved individuals.

SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contract is designed to foster a diverse provider landscape. Businesses with the capability to deliver effective one-to-one support, group sessions, and community activities will find this procurement process advantageous. The process provides the grounds to establish long-term relationships with a government authority and contribute meaningfully to an essential community support function.

Salford City Council's emphasis on market engagement ensures that service providers can help shape the tender outcomes, aligning services more closely with local needs, which could prove advantageous for business growth and reputation.