Falls Prevention Strength & Balance Classes in Bristol & South Gloucestershire

The NHS Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board is in the planning stage of a procurement process to commission the delivery of falls prevention strength and balance classes in Bristol and South Gloucestershire. This process seeks expressions of interest from providers capable of delivering community-based strength and balance programmes as part of its falls prevention efforts. The procurement is anticipated to be divided into two lots, one for each location, with an estimated start date of January 2026 and a contract period of three years, extendable by an additional two years.

Key financial figures include an annual budget of £150,585 for Bristol and £49,475 for South Gloucestershire, plus potential additional funding for mobilisation. Interested parties have until 18th July 2025 to engage in this exercise, which is being managed by the NHS South Central and West Commissioning Support Unit. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly those that focus on fall prevention, physical therapy, or community health programmes.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given their suitability for the contract requirements and the procurement's light-touch regime. Engaging in this tender could not only provide financial growth through access to public sector funding but also offer a platform to showcase expertise and expand service offerings within the healthcare sector. The project aims to enhance community health outcomes, thus aligning with the strategic priorities of health and care systems in the region.