Published in error - Children and Young Peoples Integrated Community Health Service

The procurement process initiated by Rochdale Borough Council focuses on the "Children and Young Peoples Integrated Community Health Service." This falls within the health services industry category (CPV 85100000), specifically geared towards enhancing children's community health services across the UKD region in the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently planned, with the subsequent stages expected to progress until the contract period starts on 1st October 2026.

The procurement is governed by a direct award method which aligns with the "lightTouch" regime under the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54. The future notice date for further communication is set for 1st September 2025. This tender creates significant opportunities for health service providers that have experience in integrating children’s community health service models.

The focus is on enhancing and delivering services such as health visiting and school nursing for age groups 0-5 and 5-19, respectively. Businesses specialising in public health and those capable of developing integrated and innovative service pathways from community support to acute interventions will find this contract particularly beneficial. The substantial contract value of approximately £61 million gross over several years represents a lucrative opportunity for businesses aiming to expand their portfolio within the public health sector.