Greater Manchester Awards Parent and Carer Support Services Contract

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has awarded a contract for the delivery of parent and carer support services on behalf of the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit.

The service is designed to strengthen the resilience of parents, carers and guardians by providing the confidence, skills and knowledge needed to address concerns effectively and support positive outcomes for families.

Following an open procurement process conducted under the Light Touch Regime, the contract has been awarded to Oasis Community Partnerships.

The contract is valued at £1.71 million including VAT and is scheduled to commence on 1 July 2026. The initial term will run until 31 March 2027, with the option to extend for up to two further 12-month periods, potentially taking the contract through to 31 March 2029.

The commission forms part of the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit’s work to support families and communities across the region through early intervention and preventative services.

Contract Details

Contracting Authority: Greater Manchester Combined Authority

Contract Title: GMCA 1862 Parent and Carer Support Services

Reference: GMCA 1862

Supplier: Oasis Community Partnerships

Contract Value: £1,710,000 including VAT (£1,425,000 excluding VAT)

Award Date: 27 May 2026

Contract Period: 1 July 2026 to 31 March 2027

Extension Option: Two 12-month extensions available, potentially extending the contract to 31 March 2029

Procedure: Open Procedure (Light Touch Regime)

CPV Codes: 85000000 – Health and social work services; 98000000 – Other community, social and personal services

Location: Greater Manchester

The procurement attracted strong interest from the voluntary and community sector, with 12 tenders received and assessed. All bids were submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), with Oasis Community Partnerships selected as the successful provider.

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