This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

06 Aug 2026 at 15:24

Planning

23 Jun 2026 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "Provision of Best Start Hubs and Healthy Babies Parenting Services" is currently active and is spearheaded by Manchester City Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Manchester, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the industry category of health and social work services and is part of Manchester's strategic focus on improving the well-being of its residents. The procurement is in the tender stage, requiring submissions by 4th September 2026 at 11 am. The open procedure procurement method is being utilised, providing a straightforward approach for interested suppliers. The contract's value is set at £2,800,000 (gross: £3,360,000) with a contract period starting on 29th December 2026 and ending on 28th April 2029, with possible extensions up to April 2031.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for organisations specialising in health and social services. Businesses that focus on family support, child health, and community-based service delivery are especially well-suited to compete. The procurement criteria highlight quality, social value, and environmental considerations, alongside competitive pricing, making it conducive for SMEs and VCSEs. The emphasis on local community knowledge and the flexible delivery model create avenues for diverse service providers to engage and align their offerings with the strategic objectives of Manchester City Council.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Best Start Hubs and Healthy Babies Parenting Services

Notice Description

Manchester City Council's Manchester Strategy 2025-2035 strategic theme sets out the city's overarching priorities. Our People, focuses on everyone who calls Manchester home, and seeks to ensure that all residents have the opportunity to live their best lives. This theme is centred on supporting people to be happy, healthy, safe, and active from childhood and throughout their lives. It recognises that the wellbeing of Manchester's residents is fundamental to the city's long-term success.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract period will be for 2.4 years with the option to extend for an additional 2 years subject to funding.

Planning Information

This engagement is being conducted via the Chest portal. Please see link to specification and questionnaire: https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=1486f8a4-f66e-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True Interested organisations are invited to review the soft market testing document and submit responses to the questions provided. The Council particularly welcomes responses from local, community-based organisations and providers with experience of delivering advocacy and family support services. Participation in this exercise will not prejudice any future procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bb04
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074952-2026
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
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
8 Jul 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Dec 2026 - 28 Apr 2029 2-3 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
MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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, TLD33 Manchester

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074952-2026
    6th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
  • https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058929-2026
    23rd June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement 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 login 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 online portal by 11 am on 4th September 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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