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title: "Notice of Intention to make an award under the Most Suitable Provider (MSP) process -Local Stop Smoking Service & Support Grant (LSSSSG) Smoking Cessation Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052392"
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buyer: "LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-07-16"
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# Notice of Intention to make an award under the Most Suitable Provider (MSP) process -Local Stop Smoking Service & Support Grant (LSSSSG) Smoking Cessation Service

Buyer: LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052392

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## Summary

Liverpool City Council is set to award a contract under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) for a Local Stop Smoking Service and Support Grant (LSSSSG) aimed at enhancing smoking cessation services. The process is at the award stage, with City Health Care Partnership CIC identified as the most suitable provider due to their comprehensive integration with existing systems and demonstrated impact on local health inequalities. The procurement falls outside the scope of Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and the contract period is planned from 01 August 2025 for three years, with an option to extend for an additional eight months. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to address health disparities in Liverpool, particularly targeting areas with high smoking prevalence. The notice marks the start of an eight-working-day standstill period, ending midnight 28th July 2025, during which representations by providers can be made.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that focus on health services, particularly those with expertise in smoking cessation initiatives. Companies with a strong background in service integration and a track record of reducing health inequalities are well-positioned to compete. The focus on service sustainability, quality, and social value underscores the need for innovative approaches and collaboration with local stakeholders. For new entrants or businesses looking to expand, engaging with Liverpool City Council's procurement process or forming partnerships with experienced entities could facilitate entry into a growing market driven by public health priorities and funding streams dedicated to achieving a smoke-free generation.

## Notice

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Notice of Intention to make an award. The awarding of this contract is subject to 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 contract. This is a Notice of Intention to make an award and is being published in line with Regulation 12 - under The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime - PSR) Regulations 2023. The Most Suitable Provider Process was used to commission this service and award contract. This will be published for 8 calendar days as per the requirements of the Provider Selection Regime 2023 - ending midnight 28th July 2025 The contract is for a period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 8 months commencing on 01 August 2025 at a contract value of PS1,450,821 excluding VAT for the initial 3 year term plus option to extend for 8 months at a value of PS322,400 This a new service, with an existing provider.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Liverpool City Council was seeking a provider via the Most Suitable Provider process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 to enhance current stop smoking and support provision. Description of Service and Initiative: The Office of Health Inequalities and Disparities (OHID) has allocated funding through the Local Stop Smoking Services & Support Grant (LSSSSG) to local authorities in England for stop smoking services and support over a 5 year period. The grant supports the government's commitment to create a smoke-free generation and is specifically to enhance smoking cessation support in Liverpool and to increase the number of smokers setting a date to quit smoking. The purpose of the LSSSG is to deliver the government ambitions regarding a smokefree generation through supporting existing smokers to quit. The investment is to increase access to evidence-based behavioural support to quit and to provide targeted support to people more likely to smoke, to reduce health inequalities. The finding comes with increased ambitions for the numbers of people quitting smoking set by OHID. This additional investment should not replace activity delivered as part of the core public health grant or NHS Long Term Plan. It is intended to be used by local authorities to deliver more or enhanced stop smoking support provision. The funding can support building capacity to support smokers to quit and increase referrals. from a range of settings, such as primary care or mental health services. The funding cannot be used for tobacco enforcement activity. Liverpool City Council is now intending to award a contract to the most suitable provider (following the aforementioned Most Suitable Process) to deliver a service which achieves these objectives. This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Notice of Intention to make an award. The awarding of this contract is subject to 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 contract. This is a Notice of Intention to make an award and is being published in line with Regulation 12 - under The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime - PSR) Regulations 2023. The Most Suitable Provider Process was used to commission this service and award contract. This will be published for 8 calendar days as per the requirements of the Provider Selection Regime 2023 - ending midnight 28th July 2025 The contract is for a period of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 8 months commencing on 01 August 2025 at a contract value of PS1,450,821 excluding VAT for the initial 3 year term plus option to extend for 8 months at a value of PS322,400 This a new service, with an existing provider.

Options: 3 years with the option to extend for a further 8 months commencing on (or soon after) 01 August 2025

### Procurement Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) intention to award notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to 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. The publication of this notice marks the start of the standstill period. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by midnight 28th July. This contract has not yet formally been awarded; this notice serves as an intention to award under the PSR

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040666-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning 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 |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,813,526 |
| Lots value | £1,813,526 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,773,221 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LIVERPOOL CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 1DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Waterfront South |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD72 Liverpool |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CITY HEALTH CARE PARTNERSHIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85100000 - Health services

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2025 at 17:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040666-2025
- 23 May 2025 at 14:09 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026661-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.liverpool.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/

## Provenance

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