Health Needs Assessments and Assets Grants Programme

Leeds City Council has completed the "Health Needs Assessments and Assets Grants Programme" procurement process under the services category, aimed at identifying health and wellbeing needs and priorities within the Leeds area. The process was managed directly under urgent requirements, without competition, reflecting the council's immediate need to address local health challenges. The contract was awarded to Forum Central and commenced on 1st August 2025, running until 31st March 2026, with a total budget of £70,056 for the grant's pot and associated administrative fees.

The award was confirmed on 31st July 2025, supported by a payment schedule totalling £84,067, reflecting the gross amount for the programme. This procurement initiative offers strategic growth opportunities to businesses with expertise in health and social work services, particularly those that can contribute to assessing and enhancing community health assets. Organisations, especially larger VCSEs like Forum Central, that have established networks in Leeds and a robust understanding of local health gaps are ideally positioned to partner with public authorities.

Engaging in similar programmes can help such businesses strengthen partnerships with governmental entities, increase their profile in the health sector, and secure funding to expand their service offerings. Such contracts not only provide financial input but also aid in influencing future service planning and commissioning in the community.