Tender

Provision of Best Start Family Hubs and Healthy Babies

MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Apr 2026 at 08:49

Summary of the contracting process

Manchester City Council has initiated a tender process for the "Provision of Best Start Family Hubs and Healthy Babies" neighbourhood service, covering specific areas in Manchester, UK. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category, using an open procedure method. The contract is divided into three lots, focusing on distinct neighbourhoods in Manchester, including Moston, Miles Platting and Newton Heath; Ardwick and Longsight; and Brooklands, Northenden, Baguley, Sharston, and Woodhouse Park. Business entities interested in this tender must register via the e-business portal known as the Chest and submit their applications by 11:00 AM on 18th May 2026. The enquiry period closes on 7th May 2026, and the contract award decisions are expected by 27th July 2026.

This tender offers substantial growth prospects for businesses specialising in health and social services, with a strong emphasis on quality, social value, zero carbon environment, and price as award criteria. Ideal contenders are organisations with proven technical and economic capabilities in delivering community-focused health initiatives. The contract value is substantial, amounting to £8,169,361.08 (net), with provisions for renewal extensions. With a focus on family services and neighbourhood enhancement, firms excelling in social work, health services, and sustainable community projects will find lucrative opportunities in fostering partnerships with Manchester City Council, contributing to long-term local development.

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Notice Title

Provision of Best Start Family Hubs and Healthy Babies

Notice Description

The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. This procurement is for the Provision of Best Start Family Hubs and Healthy Babies Neighbourhood Service to include the following Lots: Lot 1 - Neighbourhood Area 3: Moston, Miles Platting and Newton Heath and Neighbourhood Area 5: Hulme Moss Side and Rusholme. Lot 2 - Neighbourhood Area 6: Ardwick & Longsight. Lot 3 - Neighbourhood Area 11: Brooklands and Northenden and Neighbourhood Area 12: Baguley, Sharston and Woodhouse Park.

Lot Information

Neighbourhood Area 3: Moston, Miles Platting and Newton Heath and Neighbourhood Area 5: Hulme Moss Side and Rusholme.

Provision of Best Start Family Hub and Healthy Babies Neighbourhood Service for the following: Neighbourhood Area 3: Moston, Miles Platting and Newton Heath and Neighbourhood Area 5: Hulme Moss Side and Rusholme.

Renewal: the contract can be extended for up to 24 months.

Neighbourhood Area 6: Ardwick & Longsight.

Provision of Best Start Family Hub and Healthy Babies Neighbourhood Service for the following: Neighbourhood Area 6: Ardwick & Longsight.

Renewal: the contract can be extended for up to 24 months.

Neighbourhood Area 11: Brooklands and Northenden and Neighbourhood Area 12: Baguley, Sharston and Woodhouse Park.

Provision of Best Start Family Hub and Healthy Babies Neighbourhood Service for the following: Neighbourhood Area 11: Brooklands and Northenden and Neighbourhood Area 12: Baguley, Sharston and Woodhouse Park.

Renewal: the contract can be extended for up to 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0686ee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035900-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£8,169,361 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£8,169,360 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 May 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-10-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M60 2LA
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
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035900-2026
    21st April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • www.the-chest.org.uk
    The Council is using the e-business portal known as the Chest. Applicants will need to register their details at the following link www.the-chest.org.uk . Once registered, applicants will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the documentation relating to this opportunity. Applicants will need to electronically submit their completed tender documents, including procurement specific questionnaire, via the on-line portal by 11am on 18th May 2026 as referred to in the tender documentation. Any clarification queries must also be submitted via the Chest website by the date referred to in the tender documentation.

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