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Creative Health Connector

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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26 Mar 2026 at 11:59

Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has concluded the "Creative Health Connector" procurement process, aimed at enhancing access to creative activities for brain health through collaboration with carers and related organisations. This process falls within the services industry category and is governed under a light touch procurement regime. The contract, awarded to Trafford Carers Centre, commenced on 24th February 2026, with completion expected by 31st March 2027. The direct procurement method was deployed without competition, as it was classified below threshold, aligning with legal mandates outlined in 2023/54 UK legislation. The contract, valued at £69,500 GBP, continues to support social prescribing infrastructure within the United Kingdom.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in medical and social work sectors, strengthening their community engagement and service offerings. Companies excelling in creative health solutions can leverage this contract to partner with public authorities, enhancing their profile and reach. Large-scale organisations with a capacity to deliver high-quality services will find the sub-central government framework favourable for ongoing business development. Additionally, businesses dedicated to social value through partnerships can benefit significantly from the network established through this procurement, contributing positively to regional health improvements.

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Notice Title

Creative Health Connector

Notice Description

The Creative Health Connector role will support carers, carers organisations, the existing social prescribing infrastructure and the cultural sector to improve access to creative activities for brain health and evaluate their effectiveness.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0674f3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027854-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85120000 - Medical practice and related services

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£69,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 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
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRAFFORD CARERS CENTRE

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