Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bfb-1a32-737a-ab26-e83fd88e4334/dietetics-and-healthy-weight awarded GB open procedure # Dietetics and Healthy Weight [Medway Council](https://tendernation.io/buyers/medway-council) Estimated value £81,000 Published 18 Nov 2016 Deadline Closed 17 Nov 2015 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Medway Council are seeking to commission an external provider or freelance dietitian to become part of its successful tier 3 adult weight management programme. The Public Health Team have delivered the Tipping the Balance programme for over 7 years with a multi-disciplinary group of professionals providing 18 months of support for referred clients. The programme goals are to; Reduce bodyweight by 5% or above Increase physical activity levels and healthy eating Increase confidence and self esteem Professionals working within the service include specialist weight management nurses, counselling and psychotherapy support and physical activity specialists. The service is looking to recruit a dietetic provider on a commissioned contract basis, to add to the skill mix of the MDT. They will be required to provide the specialists dietetic input, building on the nutritional input and healthy eating advice the clients already receive and contribute to the broader outcomes of the tier 3 team. The provider will be expected to support a cohort of the 600 clients that are active on the programme, providing specialist dietetic support, in order to help the clients achieve their weight loss goals. They will be expected to work with the client over a series of appointments setting personalised goals, advising on diet changes and using behaviour change skills to maximise the effectiveness of their input. The provider must provide evidence of how they are meeting industry standards and best practise guidance throughout the duration of the contract. The exact content of the dietetic support sessions, the number of clients that will be supported each year, and how many sessions each client will be invited to attend, must be stated by the potential provider during the recruitment process. Medway Council is seeking to recruit a provider who offer the best balance between cost effectiveness and outcomes for the client. The tender process will be in 2 stages, with a written response required in stage 1 and the highest scoring organisations progressing to an interview stage, that will be held on 7th December 2015. For further information about the tender process, or to register for additional information about the service, all providers must register with the Kent Business Portal. This site will hold the full tender document, detailing the recruitment process, scoring criteria, full service specification and key performance indicators that the provider will undertake. This is an exciting opportunity for a dietetic provider or free-lancer to join a highly motivated, forward thinking and successful service, for a 3 year contract, and we welcome interest from all providers who feel they can add value to the tier 3 service and clients that they support. 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