Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Services

NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Board (NHS GM ICB) intends to award a contract for Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Services. The procurement process falls under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, with an estimated contract value of £724,000. This contract is due to commence on 1st April 2025 and will run until 31st March 2026.

The tender is specifically tailored for the health services industry, classified under CPV code 85100000. Representations by providers must be made to decision makers by midnight on 21st March 2025 to mark the start of the standstill period. The procurement method is limited, with the award planned without a prior call for competition as it falls outside the scope of the directive.

NHS GM ICB is based in Manchester, covering regions UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those specialising in MSK physiotherapy. The emphasis on quality and innovation, value, integration, collaboration, service sustainability, and social value ensures that providers who excel in these areas can gain a competitive advantage.

Large-scale suppliers like Hyde Physiotherapy Centre, the intended awardee, demonstrate the scope for business growth in delivering essential healthcare services. Businesses with expertise in reducing health inequalities and facilitating choice while improving access to care will be well-suited for this tender, potentially benefiting from substantial public sector funding and a definitive 12-month operational contract.