North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) seeks interest from organisations keen to improve access to primary care for residents born overseas.
The focus is on the local government areas of Brimbank, Wyndham and Maribyrnong. Instead of establishing new programs, this initiative enhances the capacity and reach of existing navigation services, enabling organisations to deliver more culturally responsive and accessible support.
This time-limited project funds providers to:
- deliver health care service navigation support
- build support and navigation capabilities
- enhance cultural competence
- implement assertive outreach strategies
- increase awareness among overseas-born residents of existing health services.
Two successful applicants will each be awarded $130,000 (ex. GST) to instigate the work.
The initiative is expected to begin at the start of 2026 and conclude by mid-year.
How to apply
A formal request for information (RFI) has now been issued. For more information and to apply, download these documents:
- PRE2707 RFI: Improving access to primary care for multicultural communities – enhancing current navigation services (.docx) – This document includes the application form and three required attachments (pages 9 to 18). Applicants must also complete and return the budget template available below.
- PRE2707 Budget template (.xlsx)
Applications must be submitted to tenders@nwmphn.org.au by Friday, 28 November 2025 at 3pm.
All communications and enquiries in relation to this RFI must be directed to tenders@nwmphn.org.au by Wednesday, 19 November 2025 at 3pm.
Update 20 November 2025
Addendum 1: Q&A clarification register v2.0 (.pdf) has been published. The period for clarification questions has now closed.
