This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

04 Jun 2026 at 12:41

Tender

02 Mar 2026 at 15:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Mental Health and Physical Activity Community Support Service," led by West Northamptonshire Council, has successfully progressed through the Tender and Award stages. The contract aims to provide services supporting adults facing mental health challenges by promoting physical activity to enhance wellbeing and reduce social isolation. This community-centric project targets regions in the UK, specifically within the UKF24 area, which encompasses Northampton. Notably, the procurement process employed an open competition method classified under "Below threshold - open competition" and concluded with the award of the contract dated 3rd June 2026. The contract, valued at GBP 128,000, will run until 17th May 2028, reflecting the emphasis on long-term community health improvements within the services category.

This tender provides a unique opportunity for businesses, especially those operating within community health services, to engage in collaborative efforts with local partners and governmental bodies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as larger organisations, can leverage this chance to expand their footprint within public sector health initiatives. Companies focused on health, wellbeing, and community engagement are best positioned to compete, benefiting from the broad, inclusive nature of the project and its focus on health inequalities. The involvement in such projects can bolster a company's reputation, create new business opportunities, and contribute significantly to local community development, positioning it as a pivotal participant in public health advancement.

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Notice Title

Mental Health and Physical Activity Community Support Service

Notice Description

The service supports adults (aged 18 and over) experiencing mental health challenges to increase their levels of physical activity, improve wellbeing, and reduce social isolation. The project will adopt a community-based, preventative approach, connecting individuals to local physical activity opportunities and providing tailored support, including peer and volunteer-led initiatives. The provider is responsible for designing and delivering an inclusive and accessible programme that engages priority groups, particularly those experiencing health inequalities. The service works collaboratively with local partners, including primary care, community organisations, and voluntary sector providers, to establish effective referral pathways and maximise participation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065fe8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052822-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£128,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£128,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£128,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
18 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
2 Jun 2026 - 17 May 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 1ED
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF24 West Northamptonshire

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DOVEVALLEY CARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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