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W4174 Contract for the delivery of a community led social prescribing service to Walsall residents in specific Walsall locality areas

WALSALL COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Jan 2026 at 10:03

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

28 Nov 2025 at 09:01

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Walsall Council is currently inviting tenders for the delivery of a community-led social prescribing service aimed at addressing loneliness and social isolation among residents in specified localities in Walsall. This service is part of efforts to enhance community engagement and social networks. The procurement follows an open procedure and is classified under the industry category of 'Provision of services to the community'. Key associated dates include the tender submission deadline on 20th February 2026, the end of the award phase on 17th March 2026, and the contract commencement on 1st May 2026. The council seeks voluntary and community-led organisations to operate in strategic hubs across North, West, East, and South Walsall, which aligns with Walsall’s locality-focused service delivery model.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for voluntary sector organisations and community-led entities to expand their influence and impact within Walsall by leveraging their local knowledge and networks. The contract is valued at £1,000,000 net (£1,200,000 gross), offering a substantial financial engagement for successful bidders throughout the initial contract period, with potential extensions. Ideally suited for SMEs and VCSEs, the contract not only promises a stable revenue stream but also enhances the potential for businesses to become key players in the local community support sector. The service's focus on improving social connectivity and promoting mental wellness provides avenues for innovation in service delivery, thus facilitating long-term business growth and community development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

W4174 Contract for the delivery of a community led social prescribing service to Walsall residents in specific Walsall locality areas

Notice Description

The delivery of a community led social prescribing service is commissioned to address loneliness and social isolation among residents of all ages in Walsall. The service is designed to empower residents to take responsibility for their own health and wellbeing by supporting them to engage in community activities and build social networks. It aims to alleviate loneliness and isolation by supporting, signposting and connecting individuals with community groups in their local area, as well as providing a range of advice and support to help people access volunteering opportunities. Walsall Council is seeking Voluntary Sector/ Community led organisations to deliver this service in the specific Walsall locality areas which are: Hub 1: North Walsall - AP 3 - Bloxwich East, Bloxwich West, Birchills Leamore, Blakenhall Hub 2: West Walsall - AP5 - Bentley and Darlaston North, Darlaston South, AP6 - Willenhall North, Short Heath, Willenhall South Hub 3: East Walsall - AP1 - Pelsall, Brownhills, Aldridge North, Rushall-Shelfield and Walsall Wood, AP2 - Aldridge and Beacon Hub 4: South Walsall - AP4 - Walsall South, St Matthews, Paddock, Palfrey, Pleck The service offers one-to-one support and a simple referral process, making it accessible for those who might benefit from it. It's part of a broader effort to create a more connected and supportive community, where individuals feel valued and included. The Hubs are delivered through a hub and spoke locality model with each hub connecting residents, to other appropriate community-based provision. The hubs provide a flexible approach and over the years have continued to adapt to meet the needs of residents. The main focus of the service is around tackling loneliness and social isolation, improving wellbeing and reducing preventable health and social care service use. It takes a "strength-based approach" to improve the social connectivity of all residents across Walsall.

Planning Information

This Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) process aims to inform potential suppliers and gather market intelligence. The objectives of the PME process is as follows: 1.) To provide potential suppliers with insights into the service and to engage with them where appropriate. 2.) To better understand the current market and those suppliers already operating in the locality areas described above and whether there are potential organisations who are able to meet the delivery requirements of the specification. 3.) To inform the procurement process. Completion and submission of the pre-market engagement questionnaire via the council's e-procurement portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eab9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006470-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
12 Dec 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WALSALL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
WALSALL
Postcode
WS1 1TP
Post Town
Walsall
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG38 Walsall
Delivery Location
TLG38 Walsall
Local Authority
Walsall
Electoral Ward
St Matthew's
Westminster Constituency
Walsall and Bloxwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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