--- title: "Bed Based Intermediate Care in Knowsley" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6fe92325-9a7a-4418-99d9-3f247ecd5a6a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6fe92325-9a7a-4418-99d9-3f247ecd5a6a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6fe92325-9a7a-4418-99d9-3f247ecd5a6a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6fe92325-9a7a-4418-99d9-3f247ecd5a6a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "KNOWSLEY COUNCIL" published: "2024-12-03" --- # Bed Based Intermediate Care in Knowsley Buyer: KNOWSLEY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6fe92325-9a7a-4418-99d9-3f247ecd5a6a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6fe92325-9a7a-4418-99d9-3f247ecd5a6a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6fe92325-9a7a-4418-99d9-3f247ecd5a6a.json) ## Summary Knowsley Council is inviting tenders for providing Bed Based Intermediate Care services in the Borough of Knowsley, classified under the Health and social work services industry (CPV id: 85000000). This open procedure is targeted above the threshold, and the tender stage began with the notice publication on 12th November 2024. The procurement will close on 10th December 2024, with the service contract starting on 1st March 2025 and running through to 28th February 2030. The service, valued at £6.6 million, requires providers to be registered within Knowsley and have a minimum Care Quality Commission (CQC) rating of "requires improvement", with either an existing registration for under-65s or a willingness to vary their registration to comply. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the healthcare sector, particularly those specialising in intermediate care services. Smaller enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as the tender suitability specifically supports SME participation. Providers must be ready to deliver high-quality, person-centred care in a CQC-registered care home. This contract not only promises a significant financial influx but also enables care service providers to expand their market presence and enhance their service portfolio within the public healthcare system. Companies in the nursing care, home support services, and community care sectors will find this tender especially beneficial for long-term business growth. ## Notice The purpose of this service is to provide a high quality, personalised, bed based intermediate care service supporting the home first approach within the Borough of Knowsley. Providers are required to be registered to provide care within the borough of Knowsley, as therapy staff are provided by a third party which are contracted to deliver services within the borough of Knowsley. The Service is to be provided in a care home registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) to provide nursing care in an environment that meets the person's needs and offers a safe and comfortable setting for the duration of the intervention required. Only those providers with a minimum CQC rating of requires improvement may apply and either be registered for under 65's or be willing to vary your registration. Full specification is available via the online procurement portal The Chest, the reference is DN751631 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd78afc0-f6dd-4481-b17e-0769c2fe6b35 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,600,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | KNOWSLEY COUNCIL | | Locality | SALE | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M33 7ZF | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West | | Local authority | Trafford | | Electoral ward | Sale Central | | Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 3 Dec 2024 at 11:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd78afc0-f6dd-4481-b17e-0769c2fe6b35 - 12 Nov 2024 at 18:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8de0701e-5cd9-4cf0-9c0b-9eba1b2e02ea ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd78afc0-f6dd-4481-b17e-0769c2fe6b35 3rd December 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8de0701e-5cd9-4cf0-9c0b-9eba1b2e02ea 12th November 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.knowsley.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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