Adult Hearing Service across Cheshire and Merseyside

The procurement process for the Adult Hearing Service across Cheshire and Merseyside is conducted by the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board, located in Warrington, UK. This service falls under the health services category and focuses on providing hearing assessment and rehabilitation to adults registered with a GP in Cheshire East, Cheshire West, Halton, Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St. Helens, and Wirral. Initially announced on 13th June 2025, the stage was defined as an intention to award following procedures outlined under the Provider Selection Regime Regulations 2023, with a standstill period beginning from the publication date on 3rd April 2025.

The procurement method is classified as limited, or direct award, set without prior competition due to the satisfactory performance of the incumbent provider Scrivens Ltd. This tender presents growth opportunities for organisations specialising in health services, particularly those with expertise in hearing assessment and rehabilitation. Companies that can provide innovative solutions, enhance service integration, and demonstrate social value while improving access and reducing health inequalities are well-suited to participate in this procurement. As the incumbent provider, Scrivens Ltd has shown competence in meeting the set criteria and maintaining service sustainability, suggesting that similar businesses could find opportunities in contributing to healthcare enhancements in the Cheshire and Merseyside region.