This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

23 Jul 2026 at 09:27

Planning

21 May 2026 at 09:04

Summary of the contracting process

Rochdale Borough Council is inviting tenders for the Rochdale Borough Specialist Health Improvement Service, categorised under health and social work services (CPV 85000000). The procurement process employs an open procedure, guided by the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. The tender is at the active stage with submissions due by 12 noon, 14th September 2026, while queries must be submitted by 12 noon, 17th August 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2027, running through to 31st March 2030, with potential two 12-month extensions, located across multiple UK regions including UKC, UKD, and others. The total estimated contract value is £6,000,000, with the opportunity also focusing on creating social value. More details are available on The Chest portal.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those focusing on health improvement services such as addressing lifestyle factors like smoking, weight, and physical activity within the Rochdale community. The evaluation criteria underscore the importance of quality, innovation, and safeguarding, among others, making it ideal for SMEs and VCSEs capable of delivering integrated, sustainable solutions that promote health equality and facilitate choice. With its emphasis on social value, businesses providing comprehensive solutions that incorporate social benefits will have a competitive edge.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Rochdale Borough Specialist Health Improvement Service - Invitation To Tender

Notice Description

This procurement is being conducted under the Competitive Process of The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. Title: Rochdale Borough Specialist Health Improvement Service - Invitation To Tender (ITT). Ref. Star Ref. PID021165. The Chest Ref. DN822511. Contract duration and Budget: Initial Period: 1st Apr 2027 to 31st Mar 2030. Option to extend: Two 12-month extensions. Estimated annual gross value: PS1,200,000. This tender opportunity can be found under Current Opportunities for Rochdale Council on the Chest website at www.the-chest.gov.uk All information in relation to this opportunity is available via the Chest only. (Chest Ref DN822511). All questions and/or requests for information/clarification must be submitted on the 'Messages' section of The Chest portal. All responses will be communicated using the same method. Please do not contact Star Procurement or the commissioners directly. Deadline for questions: 12noon on the 17th of Aug 2026. Deadline for bid submissions: 12noon on the 14th of Sept 2026. Social Value Quantitative offers (TOMS) must be submitted on the Social Value Portal. Deadline for submission: 12noon on the 14th of Sept 2026. Any changes to the submission dates/times will be communicated via the Chest portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069e86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069522-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£4,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20263 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROCHDALE BOROUGH 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
ROCHDALE
Postcode
OL16 1XU
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Rochdale
Electoral Ward
Central Rochdale
Westminster Constituency
Rochdale

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