Award

Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Services in Knowsley

NHS CHESHIRE AND MERSEYSIDE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

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24 Apr 2025 at 09:22

Summary of the contracting process

The contract for the provision of Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) services in Knowsley has been awarded to SK Health (Knowsley) Ltd by the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board. Falling within the health services category, this procurement process follows the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, exempt from the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contract, valued at a minimal sum based on activity, commences on 7 May 2025 and concludes on 31 March 2026. Located in Knowsley, UK, this processing stage is marked as complete with a direct award method without prior competition.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those specialising in ENT services, to expand their operational scope. The provider selection confirms a focus on patient choice and competitive pricing, favouring well-established service providers equipped to deliver high-quality medical care under a flexible cost structure. Businesses with experience in healthcare services delivery and a capability to cater to community needs can leverage this tender to enhance their service portfolios and gain a foothold in regional healthcare markets.

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Notice Title

Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Services in Knowsley

Notice Description

This is community Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) services, offering diagnosis, treatment and support for the population covered.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Cheshire and Merseyside ICB - Knowsley Place have awarded a contract via Direct Award B to deliver Community Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) services in Knowsley Place. The contract will start on 7th May 2025 and will expire on 31st March 2026. The contract value of PS0.01 is not guaranteed and payment will be made based on activity undertaken / cost per case tariff. This is an existing service that has been awarded to an existing provider.

Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) confirmation of contract award notice. This contract has been awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0506c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016693-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85100000 - Health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS CHESHIRE AND MERSEYSIDE INTEGRATED CARE BOARD
Contact Name
Jo Roberts
Contact Email
jo.roberts@cheshireandmerseyside.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA1 1QY
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
TLD71 East Merseyside

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Bewsey and Whitecross
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SK HEALTH (KNOWSLEY

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