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AwardHealth and social work servicesCPV: 85000000

Knowsley Networkers Service

Trafford
INNOVATE VOLUNTEERING
Published 23 Dec, 2025
Contract Value
£200,000
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Overview

Summary, notice description and lot information

Summary of the contracting process

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 Description

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

Lot Information0 Lots
No lot information available.

Procurement Classification

Notice type, method, and CPV codes

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c4472d5c-12e2-416d-8a31-0fb1a491e315
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Awardee Scale
Large
Current Stage
Award

Contract Values

Financial information and value estimates

Tender Value
£200,000
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£149,937
Contracts Value
Not specified

The contract period is three years.

Key Dates

Publication, submission, and award timeline

Tender

01 Oct 2025 at 12:43

Tender Notice

Notice Status

Current status of tender, lots, awards, and contracts

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority

Buyer organisation and contact details

KC
KNOWSLEY COUNCIL
Services
Contact Name
Carol Glover
SALE
M33 7ZF
North West
England
TLD3 Greater Manchester

Awarded Supplier

Supplier who was awarded this contract

IV
INNOVATE VOLUNTEERINGAwarded
Large
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Number of Suppliers
1
Awards Value
£149,937

Documents & Links

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Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)
OCDS RecordID: ocds-b5fd17-c4472d5c-12e2-416d-8a31-0fb1a491e315

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector.

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