Low Intensity Mental Health Services 

RFP-2526-08

Applications close 8 May 2026

Background

This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks to identify a provider(s) to deliver primarily face‑to‑face, evidence‑based low intensity mental health services that align with the 2026 National PHN Guidance for Low Intensity Mental Health Services and respond to the issues and opportunities identified in COORDINARE’s Low Intensity Review.

You can learn more about the review process which informed the development of this service here.

Commissioned services will be designed to improve access for people who face barriers to engaging with mainstream low intensity service options. COORDINARE has identified three priority population groups for this funding: 

• Children aged 5-12 and their families,  
• People from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, particularly those facing cultural or language‑related barriers, and 
• Older people (aged 65+). 

COORDINARE intends to fund services that collectively provide coverage across these three priority groups. Applicants may propose services for one or more groups, and applications from smaller, community based, or specialist organisations with strong expertise or relationships in these areas are encouraged. 

While these groups are the primary focus for this initiative, strong proposals targeting other populations may also be considered where they clearly address local need and barriers to accessing mainstream or digital services.

Funding

Applicants may apply for up to $1,095,812.00 (ex. GST) through this initiative. While a maximum amount is stated, no funding cap has been set for individual proposals in order to allow flexibility in designing services that best meet local need. 

Services funded under this initiative will run for 24 months, commencing 1 July 2026 and concluding 30 June 2028. Funding is intended to support the establishment, embedding, and full implementation of the proposed service 

Important documents

The following documents include essential information about this RFP and can be accessed via TenderLink.

• Appendix 1 - Budget template
• Appendix 2 - National PHN Guidance for Low Intensity Mental Health Services 2026
• Appendix 3 - COORDINARE's Low Intensity Review 2026
• Appendix 4 - Information Security Questionnaire
• Appendix 5 - TenderLink user guide

Industry briefing

Learn more about the program and RFP process by watching our Industry briefing and Q&A session which was held 21 April 2026.

Access the presentation slides here.

Timeline

An indicative timeline is outlined below. COORDINARE reserves the right to modify these timeframes.

Registered providers will be notified of any changes via TenderLink.

How to apply

Applications close AEST 5pm 8 May 2026. 

Responses to this RFP can be submitted via TenderLink (registration is free). You will need to register on the site before you can access the proposal portal. Registration is free. 

You will receive a time and date stamped confirmation after successful proposal.  Submitting an incomplete application may disqualify you from the evaluation process.

Contact us

All questions about the RFP process or content can be submitted anonymously via the online forum following registration on TenderLink. 

If you have any issues accessing TenderLink or need further information, please refer to the TenderLink user guide.