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Local Enhancement of National Exercise Referral Scheme 2026

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

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02 Jun 2026 at 10:44

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Summary of the contracting process

The Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, based in Cardiff, has awarded a contract for the "Local Enhancement of National Exercise Referral Scheme 2026." This scheme, managed by NHS Wales Shared Services Partnerships on behalf of the health board, is aimed at enhancing the National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS). It collaborates with Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Councils to improve local engagement and uptake of physical activities, particularly in areas with significant need. The procurement process, identified as direct and below the threshold, is not open to competition due to specific exemptions. The contract was awarded on 2 June 2026, with the contract period set from 15 June 2026 to 31 March 2027, and encompasses services across the Cardiff and Vale regions (UKL22).

This contract presents numerous opportunities for businesses involved in community health and fitness initiatives, particularly those with experience in delivering service enhancements and improving physical activity engagement. While the contract is not open to new competitors, companies looking to engage in similar future opportunities could benefit from understanding the models and strategies used by the current suppliers, Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Councils. Their involvement as established partners highlights a strong precedent for organisations capable of implementing locally-tailored solutions to boost activity levels and address health inequalities in community settings. Such insights could be invaluable for businesses aiming to enhance their competitive edge in the health services sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Local Enhancement of National Exercise Referral Scheme 2026

Notice Description

This contract represents a new commissioning arrangement for the continuation of the National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS) enhancement work, building on the existing service currently delivered through the Move More Programme, which is due to end in March 2026. Delivered in partnership with Cardiff Council and the Vale of Glamorgan Council, the programme has enhanced the national NERS model locally to improve uptake, retention and long term engagement in physical activity, particularly for people living in areas of greatest need. The overarching aim across both Local Authorities remains the same: to better support individuals referred into NERS by making the service more responsive, informed and better connected to wider community based physical activity provision. This new contract ensures continuity of the successful enhancement approach while enabling further development and embedding of improvements identified through delivery to date. The Move More Programme has provided tailored local enhancements to NERS within both Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, responding to specific local contexts while contributing to the shared objective of increasing physical activity among less active populations. This requirement is not subject to competitive tender due to the exempted contracts section paragraph 3 where (a) (b) and (c) apply (Procurement act 2023). Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan Councils have been selected as the sole providers due to their unique position as existing NERS delivery partners, their proven capability to deliver localised enhancements, and the nature of the grant funding arrangement under public sector legislation. Delivering both programmes in tandem enables a coordinated approach across the region, while still allowing each Council to tailor delivery to the specific needs of their respective communities. This structure supports the sharing of best practice and facilitates a more consistent yet responsive service model. Both Councils are already established delivery partners of the National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS) and have demonstrated the capacity and local insight necessary to enhance the scheme through the Move More Programme. This enhancement focuses on increasing physical activity uptake, retention, and long-term engagement among populations with the highest levels of inactivity and health inequalities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab20
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051763-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

85322000 - Community action programme

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£163,962 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Jun 20264 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF14 4HH
Postcode Area
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Heath
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Cardiff Council

Vale of Glamorgan Council

Further Information

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