GWASANAETHAU CYNGHORI INTEGREDIG TEULUOEDD YN GYNTAF 2026 / FAMILIES FIRST INTEGRATED COUNSELLING SERVICES 2026

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is inviting tenders for the provision of the “Families First Integrated Counselling Services 2026” located in Merthyr Tydfil, with a focus on counselling services. This tender falls under the services industry category and is managed using an open procedure, aligned with the legal framework of the UK’s Public Contracts Regulations 2023. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage and includes key deadlines: the tender period ends on 9th January 2026, while the enquiry period closes on 5th January 2026.

The total estimated value of this contract is £1,080,000, with an initial contract period from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2029 and a potential extension for an additional two years based on performance and funding availability. This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in counselling services, particularly those familiar with the Welsh devolved regulations and catering to public authorities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable for this contract, as indicated by the procurement criteria.

The contract aims to enhance business growth by offering a significant service delivery period of three years, plus up to two additional years. Qualified businesses with expertise in delivering high-quality, community-focused counselling services are encouraged to participate, potentially benefitting from the financial and reputational gains of successfully executing a public sector contract.