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Milton Keynes 0-19 Healthy Child Programme Service

Milton Keynes City Council

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24 Feb 2026 at 15:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by Milton Keynes City Council offers a five-year contract for the 0-19 Healthy Child Programme Service, with a possible extension of up to four years, creating opportunities for suppliers specialising in health and social work services within the Milton Keynes region. The contract involves an active engagement in public health initiatives targeting children and young people, with the initial contract awarded to the Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust. The award is current as of 2026, and adjustments have been made to accommodate pay settlements and increased service demands, with the contract period running until 31 March 2029. Interested parties should note the processing period for entering into a contract following intent to award is at least 10 days.

This tender could provide significant business growth for suppliers in health services, especially those equipped to deliver child healthcare programmes and school nursing services. Businesses with expertise in community health initiatives and extensive experience in dealing with public health concerns, such as family interventions and school health support, would be well-suited for this opportunity. Firms possessing the capability to address complex health requirements and offer additional support for vulnerable families will find this tender an excellent match, potentially fostering long-term engagements with the council. The council is open to variations within the agreement as long as they are compliant with regulations, enabling adaptable business growth aligned with community health needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Milton Keynes 0-19 Healthy Child Programme Service

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

Milton Keynes City Council invited suitably qualified organisations to provide a 0-19 Healthy Child Programme (HCP) service. The Council was looking to award a 5-year contract with a 2 plus 2-year extension option. The healthy child programme consists of 2 services: the health visiting service (0-5yrs) provides specialist community public health nurses and teams who provide expert information, assessments and interventions for babies, children and families. The school nursing service (5-19yrs) promotes public health to children, young people and their families, support schools, colleges, and pupil referral units to identify and respond to the health needs of their populations, and work with partners and stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes possible for all children and young people in Milton Keynes; improving their health and well-being, preventing ill health, and reducing health inequalities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065b52
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016581-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,144,458 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Milton Keynes City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MILTON KEYNES
Postcode
MK9 3EJ
Postcode Area
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Delivery Location
TLJ12 Milton Keynes
Local Authority
Milton Keynes
Electoral Ward
Central Milton Keynes
Westminster Constituency
Milton Keynes Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL)

Further Information

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