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Strength & Balance Activity Delivery

SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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02 Jul 2026 at 13:52

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The South Cambridgeshire District Council is currently in the tender stage for a procurement process titled "Strength & Balance Activity Delivery". This initiative aims to engage a suitably qualified contractor to deliver community-based strength and balance classes across South Cambridgeshire, focusing on community health services. The procurement is structured under an open competition method and is classified within the services category. The contract has a gross value of £141,600 and is expected to run for three years starting from 17 August 2026, with possible extensions. Key deadlines include the tender period ending on 10 July 2026. The procurement is located in the UKH12 region, and electronic submission of tenders is allowed.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with experience in community-based health programmes aimed at supporting older adults’ independence and mobility. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, as the contractual structure and emphasis on quality provide a conducive environment for growth. The potential for extension offers long-term stability, a valuable proposition for businesses looking to establish or strengthen their foothold within the community health sector. With a 60% quality weight in the award criteria, companies that can demonstrate high-quality service provision stand a strong chance of success.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strength & Balance Activity Delivery

Notice Description

South Cambridgeshire District Council (SCDC) is seeking a suitably qualified contractor to deliver a programme of externally funded, Tier 1 community-based strength and balance classes across the district. The service aims to reduce the incidence and impact of falls and related injuries, supporting older adults to maintain independence, mobility, and wellbeing.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: This contract is for a 3-year term. With the option to extend each and every year for a further 2-years at SCDC's discretion.

Renewal: This contract is for a 3-year term. With the option to extend each and every year for a further 2-years at SCDC's discretion.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c28e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062344-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£118,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£118,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 2026Today
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Aug 2026 - 16 Aug 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE DISTRICT 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
CAMBOURNE
Postcode
CB23 6EA
Post Town
Cambridge
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC
Delivery Location
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC
Local Authority
South Cambridgeshire
Electoral Ward
Cambourne
Westminster Constituency
St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire

Further Information

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