Knowsley Council - 0-19(25) Healthy Child Service

Knowsley Council is preparing for the renewal of its 0-25 Public Health Service contract, set to commence in February 2027 after the current contract expires in January 2027. The council is seeking input from potential bidders regarding staffing models and budget requirements for services including Health Visiting, School Nursing, and an enhanced families pathway within the framework of the Healthy Child Programme. Currently in the planning stage, they are conducting market engagement to gauge interest and budget viability, with a scheduled market engagement milestone due by 15 October 2025.

The procurement process falls under the "services" category, targeting "Health services" and "Social work and related services" within the region identified as UKD71 in the United Kingdom. Key future communication dates are targeted for early January 2026. This tender represents a prime opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social services to expand their portfolios by contributing to community health initiatives.

With a contract value of £28,000,000 and a potential renewal option extending the period to 2033, SMEs and VCSEs that align with the contracting authority’s goals are particularly well-positioned to compete. Businesses that can demonstrate strong capabilities in delivering public health and welfare services, along with innovative staffing solutions and budget management for large-scale programmes, stand to significantly benefit by participating in this open competitive procurement process. The light-touch regime further adds to the appeal for firms looking to leverage flexible and adaptive service delivery models.