Improving Wellbeing Through Active Travel

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has completed the procurement process titled "Improving Wellbeing Through Active Travel," under the services category for physical well-being services. This initiative aimed at commissioning an external organisation to deliver a programme of walking sessions in five areas within the West Yorkshire districts. The sessions are designed to improve wellbeing and encourage active travel among individuals in areas with health inequalities.

The tender, which followed an open procedure, saw the contract awarded to Living Streets on 18th March 2025, with the total contract value set at £274,981.80. This award highlights the regional authority’s focus on enhancing public health through community-based interventions.” This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations specializing in physical well-being, community health services, and active travel programmes.

Companies proficient in delivering wellness and training services, and those with experience in conducting community action programmes, would be well-suited to such contracts. The collaborative aspect involving district councils indicates that businesses adept at engaging with local authorities and community groups would be particularly competitive. These opportunities underline the importance of innovative, sustainable health and wellness solutions tailored to specific community needs.