T26-137CRO Provision of Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Derry City and Strabane District Council, a local government authority in Northern Ireland, is procuring an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support the health, wellbeing and resilience of approximately 1,000 employees. The service is expected to provide accessible, high-quality and cost-effective early intervention and health and wellbeing support, improve employee access and engagement, maximise utilisation, deliver a positive user experience, and contribute to improved wellbeing, attendance and workforce resilience. The estimated contract value is £21,360, although the available information does not specify the contract duration or service timeframe. Delivery is required across the Council’s workforce in the Derry City and Strabane district and for employees living in cross-border areas within the United Kingdom region coded UKN0A. The critical requirement is that the proposed EAP must demonstrate how it will meet diverse employee needs while delivering meaningful wellbeing outcomes and sustained employee engagement.
Buyer: Derry City and Strabane District Council. Source: Find a Tender. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Key facts
- Estimated value: £21.4k
- Bids close: 6 Nov 2026
- Location: Derry City and Strabane
- Procedure: Below threshold - open competition
- Contract period: 1 Dec 2026 to 1 Dec 2027
- Category: Administrative healthcare services (75122000)
From the official notice
Derry City and Strabane District Council is committed to promoting and supporting the health, wellbeing and resilience of its workforce. The Council recognises that employee wellbeing is a key factor in maintaining attendance, supporting productivity, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to residents across the district. Derry City and Strabane District Council currently employs approximately 1000 staff including members of staff living in cross border areas. Council are seeking solutions that support early intervention, improve access to health and wellbeing services, encourage employee engagement, and contribute to a healthy, resilient workforce. This procurement is being undertaken with the objective of securing high-quality, accessible and cost-effective services that meet the diverse needs of employees. The Provider will be expected to demonstrate how their proposed solutions will maximise employee utilisation, provide an excellent user experience, deliver meaningful wellbeing outcomes and support the Council's ongoing commitment to employee health and wellbeing. Your submission must be submitted via eTendersNI, via this CFT. No other method of submissions will be accepted. Please refer to the CfT documents for further detail.
View the official notice
Questions about this tender
When is the deadline?
Bids close on 6 Nov 2026.
What is it worth?
The estimated value is £21.4k.
Who can apply?
Any supplier that meets the buyer's requirements can apply. Check the official notice for conditions.
How do I bid?
Open the official notice, register on the buyer's portal and submit your bid before the deadline.
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