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title: "Knowsley Networkers Service"
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# Knowsley Networkers Service

Buyer: KNOWSLEY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c4472d5c-12e2-416d-8a31-0fb1a491e315

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## Summary

The Knowsley Networkers Service procurement process, conducted by Knowsley Council, focuses on commissioning a community-based social prescribing service for residents of Knowsley, England. Classified under Health and Social Work Services (CPV: 85000000), this tender underwent an open procurement procedure beginning from its publication on 1st October 2025. The tender was initially active with a closing period on 31st October 2025. Subsequently, an award was made on 23rd December 2025 to Innovate Volunteering CIC, with the contract spanning from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2029, and an optional extension of 12 months. The overall contract value is set at GBP 200,000.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses involved in health and social care services, especially those experienced in delivering community interventions. SMEs and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, as identified suitable candidates in the tender process. Engaging in this contract could help expand their portfolio, leverage community partnerships, and strengthen their presence within the regional health sector. This opportunity suits businesses poised to deliver high-quality, community-focused services that can integrate with existing local and national entities.

## Notice

Knowsley Council is seeking to commission an experienced and high-quality service provider to deliver a community-based social prescribing service, which will be known locally as the Knowsley Networkers Service. The service will be available to all Knowsley residents age 18 and over, and will work closely with Knowsley based organisations (listed under Section 4.3.1), as well as other relevant regional and national organisations. The contract dates are 1/4/2026 - 31/3/2029 with a 12 month optional extension. The documents are accessible via The Chest DN792514

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e274c130-b7a8-42e8-a04f-1fe7595db4bb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,937 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | INNOVATE VOLUNTEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2025 at 11:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e274c130-b7a8-42e8-a04f-1fe7595db4bb
- 1 Oct 2025 at 12:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30ea2083-0136-4c1b-bf80-ea7b0f101a40

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e274c130-b7a8-42e8-a04f-1fe7595db4bb
  23rd December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30ea2083-0136-4c1b-bf80-ea7b0f101a40
  1st October 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.knowsley.gov.uk

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