Tenders
As part of the MPHN commissioning role, Tenders, or Requests for Proposals, or Expression of Interest documents will be released periodically for the delivery of primary health care programs or services.
Details for each tender, including instructions and method of lodgement, can be accessed through MPHN’s TenderLink e-Procurement portal. If you register with our e-Procurement portal you will automatically be notified whenever a relevant tender opportunity is released by MPHN
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Requests for funding for service delivery that occurs outside of MPHN’s formal commissioning approach to market can be submitted as an unsolicited proposal.
MPHN understands that local providers view the primary health sector from a unique perspective that enables them to identify emerging service needs from time to time. MPHN seeks to develop the local market by supporting providers to design innovative services that meet these emerging needs.
‘Unsolicited proposals’ is a process that enables providers to trial innovative initiatives to deliver effective health outcomes for the community, outside of a formal approach to market. The process also ensures proposals are considered for funding in a fair and transparent manner and that outcomes are linked to priority needs of the region.
MPHN’s response to unsolicited proposals will be in line with our commissioning principles outlined in our Commissioning Framework consistent our organisational vision, values and strategic goals, along with our commitment to supporting vulnerable populations. For a proposal to be considered it must align with the needs identified in our Needs Assessment and propose innovative value for money solutions.
An unsolicited proposal should show innovation and their unique placement to deliver the activity and achieve outcomes, justifying MPHN’s departure from a competitive tender processes. If a proposal can readily be delivered by competitors then it will not be sufficient to be considered as an unsolicited proposal.
All unsolicited proposals will be assessed against an agreed assessment criteria and in accordance with the defined procedure. Any allocations will depend on availability of funding in the financial year, commissioning priorities and available capacity. All funding provided is dependent on continued funding from the Australian Government Department of Health.
If you are seeking funding for a service that delivers effective health outcomes for the community, you can apply for an unsolicited proposal here.
Before applying, we encourage you to read the Unsolicited Proposal Fact Sheet for further information about the application and evaluation process.
If you have any enquiries about the Unsolicited Proposals Fact Sheet, please contact Donna Jeffery, MPHN Procurement Lead, on 02 6923 3125 or donna.jeffery@mphn.org.au.
Current tenders
Suicide Prevention in Pharmacy program
Apply now to be one of 10 Murrumbidgee pharmacies funded for suicide prevention training
Community pharmacies are trusted, accessible places where people often seek help first. Sometimes, you’re the only health professional they see.
Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network (MPHN) is inviting community pharmacies to take part in the Suicide Prevention in Pharmacy Program.
This funded program supports pharmacy teams to build the confidence and skills to recognise suicidal distress, provide initial support, and connect people to appropriate services.
What the program offers
The program focuses on practical, real-world skills that can be used in everyday pharmacy settings. It supports pharmacies to:
Recognise signs of suicidal distress
Respond safely and confidently
Provide initial support
Refer people to the right services at the right time
Pharmacies play a vital role in a coordinated, whole-of-community approach to suicide prevention, and this program strengthens that role.
Funding available
MPHN recognises the time and effort required to engage in training and embed learnings into practice.
$2,000 (GST exclusive) per successful pharmacy
Funding period: 1 March 2026 – 31 May 2026
Competitive EOI process
Funding limited to 10 pharmacies
Who should apply
This opportunity is for community pharmacies that:
Care about suicide prevention and mental health
Want to strengthen their team’s confidence and capability
Are willing to participate in training and implement learnings
Pharmacies of all sizes are encouraged to apply.
EOI evaluation criteria
Applicants will be asked to briefly address:
Why suicide prevention is important to your pharmacy and community
How this program will improve your pharmacy’s ability to support people experiencing suicidal distress
Key dates
EOI closes: 5:00pm, 11 February 2026
Program starts: 1 March 2026
Program completed and reporting due: 31 May 2026
Apply now
If your pharmacy wants to make a meaningful difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.
Winter Strategy 2026
Following on from the success of previous Living Well Your Way (LWYW) Winter Strategy activity, MPHN is inviting General Practices in the Murrumbidgee PHN region to once again take part in Winter Strategy 2026.
Winter Strategy 2026 is an initiative to support proactive care to improve quality of life for patients with chronic disease at risk of deterioration over the winter period.
The objectives of Winter Strategy 2026 are to:
Provide targeted and coordinated care for people with a chronic disease at risk of increased health instability over winter
Reduce avoidable ED presentations and/or hospital admissions
Reduce rates of mortality and morbidity for ‘at risk’ participants.
For more information about the activity and the EOI process, please find an Expression of Interest (EOI) Guidance Document.
Application for this opportunity is via on-line Webform. You can find a link to the Webform in ‘Section 9 Application Process’, on page 8 of the EOI Guidance Document.
The EOI via Webform closes at 5.00pm, Friday 23 February 2026.
Please note, EOI Webforms will not be accepted after this time.
Please contact Donna Jeffery, Commissioning Lead, via tenders@mphn.org.au or phone 02 6923 3125, if you have any questions.
Standard Terms and Conditions
MPHN Service Agreement Terms and Conditions form part of a contract schedule for a commissioned service. The standard terms and conditions support commissioned service providers to achieve their contractual obligations.
These documents are provided for information purposes only. They are the standard contract terms used by firsthealth limited trading as MPHN as at 1 November 2023. The terms are subject to change and providers should review the specific terms issued for each specific activity.
Documents
Standard terms and conditions for commissioned activity delivering clinical services.