The Council is tendering a contract for Public Health Nursing Services for Children and Young People aged 0 to 19 (or up to the age of 25 for care leavers and those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)). The aim of the service is to deliver the Healthy Child Programme for children and young people aged 0 to 19 (or up to the age of 25 for care leavers and those with SEND). This is the national delivery model by which Public Health Nursing services are provided. The aims of the Healthy Child Programme include the following: • to ensure a healthy start to life • to identify and address health needs early • to prevent health problems • to support school readiness and learning • to protect children and families • to promote health equity