Acute Specialist and Secondary Care Services Across Cheshire and Merseyside

The procurement process conducted by the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board focused on acquiring acute specialist and secondary care services across Cheshire and Merseyside. This contract, awarded under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, was based on a direct award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The awarded contract with The Walton Centre, a leading NHS trust specialising in neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services, commenced on 1st April 2024 and ended on 31st March 2025.

The procurement process was classified under the health services category with an estimated annual contract value of £25,789,657. The procurement was in the 'Award' stage as of the most recent update on 30th April 2025, with the leading decision confirmed on the 12th of March 2024. This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for healthcare providers capable of delivering specialist medical services.

Organisations experienced in delivering neurology and associated specialist care within the specified region would find suited opportunities due to the direct award nature of the procurement method employed. Businesses focusing on healthcare service provision without competitive bidding can see growth potential by building relationships with public health bodies and adhering to conditions like those outlined in the PSR regulations. Organisations looking to expand their footprint in regions such as Liverpool and broadly across the North West of England would benefit from aligning their services with the standards and scope of delivery outlined in contracts like this.