--- title: "Falls Management Exercise (FaME) - Digital Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-74a473f1-e5f2-4a8d-ab17-4c710f8235d2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74a473f1-e5f2-4a8d-ab17-4c710f8235d2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74a473f1-e5f2-4a8d-ab17-4c710f8235d2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74a473f1-e5f2-4a8d-ab17-4c710f8235d2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CORNWALL COUNCIL" published: "2022-05-23" --- # Falls Management Exercise (FaME) - Digital Programme Buyer: CORNWALL COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-74a473f1-e5f2-4a8d-ab17-4c710f8235d2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-74a473f1-e5f2-4a8d-ab17-4c710f8235d2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-74a473f1-e5f2-4a8d-ab17-4c710f8235d2.json) ## Summary The Cornwall Council is initiating an open tender for the "Falls Management Exercise (FaME) - Digital Programme," aimed at addressing falls among older adults, particularly those over 65 years. This procurement falls under the category of "Other community, social and personal services" and is located in England. The tender period will conclude on 6th June 2022, with the contract expected to start on 13th June 2022 and end by 31st May 2023. The total value of the contract is £45,000, and this process allows for participation from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in health, fitness, and community services aimed at older adults. Companies with expertise in falls prevention, exercise programmes, or healthcare services are particularly well-suited to compete, as they can provide innovative solutions that align with the objectives of the FaME programme. Engaging in this contract can not only enhance community health outcomes but also expand the service offerings and client base for participating businesses. ## Notice Falls are a leading cause of mortality and morbidity in older adults aged over 65, impacting both physical and mental health. Around a third of people aged 65 years and over fall each year, increasing to half of those aged 80 and over. Approximately 5% of those who fall will suffer from fractures and be admitted to hospital. Falls, and fear of falling, have a significant individual human cost, and in terms of health care services. In Cornwall, hospital admissions due to hip fracture in people aged over 65, and 80 year olds are broadly similar to average rates across England, with a higher rate amongst women in both age groups. However, there is substantial variation across communities. After a hip fracture, an estimated 50% of people nationally can no longer live independently. To prevent falls, NICE and NHS Right Care recommend the provision of strength and balance exercise programmes for community dwelling older adults who are at a higher risk of falling. Chief Medical Officer physical activity guidelines for adults and older adults currently recommend strength, balance and coordination activities on at least two days per week. FaME is an evidence-based, community-based postural stability programme aiming to improve strength and balance. Clinical trials have shown that a FaME programme can increase physical activity and prevent falls, and is recognised as a cost-effective falls prevention programme by Public Health England. Additional information: Contracts Finder CORNWALL001-DN612688-73751197 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b550216-811f-4101-82f0-14980bc672d0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 23 May 2022 | | Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Jun 2022 - 31 May 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £45,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | CORNWALL COUNCIL | | Locality | TRURO | | Post town | Truro | | Postcode | TR1 3AY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK3 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | ITL 3 | TLK30 Cornwall and Isles of Scilly | | Local authority | Cornwall | | Electoral ward | Truro Boscawen & Redannick | | Westminster constituency | Truro and Falmouth | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 23 May 2022 at 13:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b550216-811f-4101-82f0-14980bc672d0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b550216-811f-4101-82f0-14980bc672d0 23rd May 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.cornwall.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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