MSK AQP

The NHS Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Integrated Care Board has concluded a procurement process under the Provider Selection Regime, resulting in the awarding of a contract for physiotherapy services, specifically the Musculoskeletal (MSK) AQP services for low back and neck pain. As a body governed by public law, this contract, awarded through a procurement method classified as a direct award without prior publication, highlights compliance with the Health Care Services Regulations 2023, and notably excludes the application of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. Situated in the UKK30 region, the contract award notice confirms that Ascenti Physio Limited will provide the required services, with the contract's lifetime value set at £60,648.82, spanning from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2027.

This procurement initiative opens up avenues for businesses experienced in providing health services, particularly those specialising in musculoskeletal physiotherapy, to engage in similar projects, leveraging direct award opportunities in the UK's healthcare sector. Organisations with robust service delivery capabilities can benefit from such contracts, fostering business growth and enhancing their portfolio of government contracts. The direct award approach adopted here emphasizes the importance of reputation and prior service excellence, suitable for entities that have previously delivered related services under similar regulations.