General and Specialist Information and Advice Services

Salford City Council is currently planning a procurement process for "General and Specialist Information and Advice Services," which falls under the health and social work services category. This procurement is situated within Manchester, under the UKD3 region. The procurement is in the planning stage, with the Market Engagement scheduled for 31 October 2025.

This opportunity is above threshold, following the light-touch regime, and covers a range of advisory services including health, palliative care, and support for disabled children and expectant families. The contract period is set to commence on 1 April 2026, concluding on 31 March 2031, as part of a long-term engagement strategy. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social work services to expand their client base by providing various advisory and support services.

Organisations with expertise in offering high-quality information and advice, particularly those capable of delivering services related to legal support, health service access, and social care under the Care Act, will find this contract advantageous. It is particularly suitable for businesses experienced in working with families, disabled children, and expectant families, focusing on benefits advice and employment rights. Engaging in this procurement can aid in forging long-term relationships with the Salford City Council, enhancing business growth and stability in the public sector.