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Consultant in Public Health Capacity

WIGAN COUNCIL

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22 Apr 2026 at 07:38

Summary of the contracting process

This contracting process involves Wigan Council, a public authority operating at the sub-central government level in the United Kingdom, situated in Wigan, UKD36. The procurement is specifically for a "Consultant in Public Health Capacity" aimed at advancing public health initiatives within the region. It is categorised under services, with relevant industry classifications including research and development services and health services. The procurement method employed is direct and falls below the threshold, conducted without competition, and under concession as part of a special regime. The award stage of the process was completed with HELEN LOWEY CONSULTANCY LTD designated as the supplier, and the contract commenced on 1st February 2026, concluding on 31st January 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in public health consultancy, system leadership, strategy development, and partnership engagement. Ideal candidates are entities offering innovative solutions to public health challenges and looking to expand their services within the public sector. The contract, valued at £92,000 gross, offers substantial grounds for growth for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) providing tailored services to reduce local health inequalities and enhance community wellness. This contract is especially suited for businesses capable of delivering effective, evidence-based approaches and responsive public health strategies.

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Notice Title

Consultant in Public Health Capacity

Notice Description

The Public Health Consultant will provide system leadership, evidence-based strategy development, and partnership engagement to ensure approaches are equitable, effective, and responsive to local needs, while supporting statutory public health duties, reducing inequalities and driving innovation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068800
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036375-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£73,600 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WIGAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WIGAN
Postcode
WN1 1YN
Post Town
Wigan
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD36 Greater Manchester North West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wigan
Electoral Ward
Wigan Central
Westminster Constituency
Wigan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HELEN LOWEY CONSULTANCY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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