Be Well Service

Manchester City Council is in the process of awarding a contract for the "Be Well Service" in the community health services category, specifically aiming to provide 'social prescribing' interventions. The service will cater to residents of Manchester, connecting them to community-based social and non-medical support, helping those with long-term conditions or at risk of such. The procurement stage is the Award, with key decisions made by the Department of Public Health at Manchester City Council.

7 million, is expected to commence in April 2025 and continue until March 2028. Representations regarding the decision must be submitted by 1 May 2025 via email. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, especially those experienced in delivering community health services and social interventions.

With a focus on quality, value, innovation, integration, and social value, the contract seeks a provider capable of making a meaningful impact on public health. Businesses well-versed in these areas and those that can demonstrate improving access, reducing health inequalities, and facilitating choice are ideally suited to compete. The procurement process follows a Direct Award Procedure under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, indicating a streamlined award to an existing provider, in this instance, Big Life Centres.