Gippsland Primary Health Network (Gippsland PHN) has released a public tender to commission the new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Sale.
Funded by the Australian Government, the new centre is expected to open in the first half of 2027 and will strengthen access to free mental health care and support for people across the Wellington local government area and surrounding communities.
The Medicare Mental Health Centre will provide a welcoming, community-based service offering immediate and short to medium-term mental health treatment and support for people experiencing distress and moderate to severe mental health challenges.
Designed to make support easier to access, the centre will provide free mental health information, services and support without the need for a referral, appointment or Medicare card. Families, carers and support people will also be able to access assistance and information.
Tender information session
Potential respondents are invited to attend an online tender information session at 2:00pm on Wednesday 9 September 2026.
The session will provide an overview of the procurement process, service requirements and tender expectations, with an opportunity for participants to ask questions.
Key dates
- Tender information session: 2:00pm on Wednesday 9 September 2026
- Tender closes: 5:00pm on Wednesday 30 September 2026
To learn more about submitting a tender or to register for the information session, visit the Medicare Mental Health Centre Sale webpage on the Gippsland PHN website.
Building a stronger mental health system for Wellington
The Medicare Mental Health Centre in Sale will play a key role in improving access to local mental health support, providing a safe and welcoming place where people can connect with the care they need, when they need it.
The tender release marks an important milestone in the development of the new centre and Gippsland PHN looks forward to working with the successful provider to deliver this vital service for the Wellington community.
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