Tender

EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING NAVIGATORS

TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

17 Feb 2026 at 09:04

Summary of the contracting process

The Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council, serving as the buying organisation, has issued an open tender for the provision of Emotional Health and Wellbeing (EHWB) Navigators. This public procurement process is classified under the health and social work industry categories. The services are to be delivered within the region identified as UKD3 in the United Kingdom. Currently in the tender stage, important dates include an enquiry deadline on 24th February 2026 and a submission deadline on 3rd March 2026. The procurement follows a below threshold, open competition method, with a total contract value of £120,000 (inclusive of VAT).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to contribute to public services, particularly in youth mental health care. The contract involves providing child-centred, trauma-informed interventions, making it ideal for businesses skilled in health services, social work, and related areas, especially those with expertise in youth engagement and empowerment strategies. With a potential annual contract value of £50k, extendable based on funding, this opportunity can stimulate business growth and reinforce contributions to community well-being.

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Notice Title

EMOTIONAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING NAVIGATORS

Notice Description

The EHWB Navigators will provide up to 12 weeks structured 1:1 intervention using a strength based, child centred and trauma informed approach. The focus is on supporting self-management and behaviour change. Navigators will utilise an asset-based approach when supporting young people. Navigators will support young people to identify personal goals whilst increasing motivation and readiness for change. They will support young people to develop coping strategies and healthier behaviours, being encouraged to actively participate in their care. Young people will be empowered to make informed decisions about their future health.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The annual contract value is PS50k, but could potentially increase to PS100K, but not guaranteed (Dependent on Funding). The additional funds will be for an additional (EH&WB) navigator role.

Renewal: option to extend for a further 12 months (dependent on funding).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065593
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014108-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TAMESIDE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

STAR PROCUREMENT

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
ASHTON UNDER LYNE
Postcode
OL6 0GS
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

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