Liverpool Place Stock Holding of Palliative Care Medicines (Pharmacy)

The NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board has completed a contracting process for the project titled "Liverpool Place Stock Holding of Palliative Care Medicines (Pharmacy)" located in the Liverpool region, categorised under health services. This procurement, initiated under the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) and outside the scope of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, was aimed at ensuring the availability of palliative care medicines throughout the week. The contract commenced on 1st April 2025 and is set to expire on 31st March 2026.

The procurement was conducted through a limited procedure without a prior call for competition, and it was awarded on the 19th of November 2024 after approval by the Finance, Investment, Resources Committee. This tender presents substantial opportunities for community pharmacies in Liverpool, particularly those with adequate operation hours to cover both weekdays and weekends. The selected pharmacies will benefit from annual payments based on service provision, with an estimated contract value of £11,400 plus costs for drugs.

This activity-based contract supports business growth for both large and SME pharmacies by compensating them for their role in managing crucial healthcare services within the community. Pharmacies interested in similar opportunities should be prepared to meet the quality criteria focusing on patient choice and should have a robust setup for maintaining sufficient stock levels for palliative care medicines.