Physiotherapist input for the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic

This procurement process involves the direct award of a contract for health care services by the Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The contract, entitled "Physiotherapist input for the Cystic Fibrosis Clinic," focuses on providing a 0.20 whole-time equivalent physiotherapist for a cystic fibrosis clinic at Whiston Hospital in Prescot, UK. The procurement falls under the health and social work services industry category and has reached the award stage, with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust slated as the supplier.

The contract period commences on 20th June 2025 and extends until 31st March 2027, with possible renewal contingent on meeting key performance indicators. The procurement follows a direct method, justified under health care services regulations, and caters to the public authority-central government sector. This tender offers exceptional opportunities for businesses in the service sector, particularly those specialising in health care and physiotherapy.

The direct award method underlines the immediate need and specificity of the service required, making it ideal for businesses that can deliver targeted health care solutions efficiently. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) should find the contract highly suitable given the explicit suitability criteria laid out. This procurement process represents a chance for businesses in these industries to establish or expand their footprint within the UK's National Health Service framework, potentially leading to sustained partnerships and further opportunities in government-linked health care projects.