Provision of Strength and Balance Service in Later Life in the Borough of Walsall
Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
30 September 2026
19 days remaining
Published
1 September 2026
Type
Service
Overview
Walsall Council ("the Council") invites Competitive Tender Responses, for the provision of a Strength and Balance Service. The aim of this service is to support older adults and individuals at increased risk of falls, frailty and loss of independence.
The service will provide targeted preventative health interventions to improve strength, balance, mobility and functional ability, reduce the risk of falls and associated injuries, promote healthy ageing, and enable individuals to maintain their independence for as long as possible. Through early identification and intervention, the service will also help to prevent avoidable deterioration, reduce demand on health and social care services, and support people to remain healthy, active and independent within their communities.
Participants should note that this Competitive Tender Process falls under the Provider Selection Regime as set out in Part 2; Regulations 6(7) and 11 of the Health and Social Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. Please see tender documentation for further details.
Regulations cited
- Social Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023
Additional details
The Tender Document(s) will be made available to suppliers who Express Interest on the Walsall Council e-Tendering Portal. To access the portal please click the following link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/walsallcouncil. Closing date for submission of Tenders is 12:00 hours on 1 October 2026.
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Walsall Council is looking for a provider to run a Strength and Balance Service for older adults in the borough. The service aims to prevent falls, improve mobility and help people stay independent, reducing pressure on health and social care.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience delivering strength and balance or fall-prevention programmes for older adults
- Capability to identify and intervene early with individuals at risk of falls or frailty
- Compliance with the Health and Social Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023
- Ability to work within the Walsall Council e-Tendering portal and meet the 12:00 pm 1 Oct 2026 deadline
- Any required professional qualifications (e.g., accredited physiotherapy, exercise physiology) as specified in the tender documents
Key Tasks & Deliverables
- Assess and enrol older adults at risk of falls within the borough
- Design and deliver personalised strength, balance and mobility exercise sessions
- Provide education on fall prevention and healthy ageing
- Monitor participants’ progress and adjust programmes as needed
- Collect and report data on functional outcomes and fall-reduction metrics
- Coordinate with local health and social care providers to ensure integrated support
How to Read This Tender
- 1Read the “Provider Selection Regime” section to understand the legal framework and any mandatory compliance steps
- 2Check the tender documents for detailed service specifications, performance metrics and reporting requirements
- 3Note the submission deadline and required format – all bids must be uploaded via the Walsall Council e-Tendering portal
- 4Look for any mandatory insurance, safeguarding and data-protection clauses that must be included in your bid
- 5Identify the evaluation criteria (e.g., quality, cost, social value) so you can tailor your response accordingly
Tips for Small Businesses
- Partner with a local physiotherapy or community-health provider to strengthen your capability and share risk
- Highlight any social-value benefits you can deliver, such as employing local staff or using community venues
- If the contract value is high, consider forming a consortium with another small firm to meet capacity and expertise requirements
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Key Dates
Published
1 September 2026
Submission deadline
30 September 2026
Notice type
Tender
Source
council:walsall-council
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