Mental Health and Physical Activity Community Support Service

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Award Criteria

Quotations will be evaluated on the basis of quality, assessed through responses to the Award Criteria Questionnaire. Full details of the award criteria, including question weightings and the scoring methodology, are set out in the procurement documents. The evaluation will consider the following areas: -Experience and delivery capability -Accessibility and inclusivity of the service -Mobilisation approach -Partnership working and collaboration -Monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement -Social value Each response will be scored by an evaluation panel against a defined scoring matrix. Pricing will not be scored but will be assessed to ensure affordability within the stated budget and alignment with the proposed delivery model.

Description

West Northamptonshire Council is seeking to commission an organisation to deliver a Mental Health and Physical Activity Community Support Service. The service will support adults (aged 18 and over) experiencing mental health challenges to increase their levels of physical activity, improve wellbeing, and reduce social isolation. The project will adopt a community-based, preventative approach, connecting individuals to local physical activity opportunities and providing tailored support, including peer and volunteer-led initiatives. The provider will be responsible for designing and delivering an inclusive and accessible programme that engages priority groups, particularly those experiencing health inequalities. The service will work collaboratively with local partners, including primary care, community organisations, and voluntary sector providers, to establish effective referral pathways and maximise participation. The contract will be for a period of 24 months with a maximum total value of £128,000 (exclusive of VAT). This is a Light Touch procurement conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The opportunity is being openly advertised to encourage a wide range of providers, including voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations.

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