Liverpool Heart and Chest Intermediate Stop Smoking Service

Knowsley Council has awarded the contract for the Liverpool Heart and Chest Intermediate Stop Smoking Service, targeting the UK's health and social work services industry. The contract is set to begin on 1st August 2025 and run until 31st July 2028, with the possibility to extend for another two years. Located in the UKD71 region, this tender was processed via a direct award under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 and is currently in the award stage, having been finalised on 19th June 2025.

The awarded suppliers are Liverpool Hear and Chest Hospital and Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital. This procurement creates significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large healthcare service providers capable of collaborating with community groups and ensuring equal access for disadvantaged communities. By fulfilling the service's mandate supporting England's Smoke Free 2030 ambition, businesses specialising in health promotion and smoking cessation can leverage the contract's extended timeline for establishing their services and brand in the community.

The tender’s limited procurement method without prior competition call allows well-established providers, like those with a direct relationship with Knowsley Council, to capitalise on existing partnerships.