Preventative Behaviour Support Service in Knowsley

The procurement process conducted by the NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board involves the provision of a "Preventative Behaviour Support Service in Knowsley," targeting health services for children and young people who do not meet the threshold for Positive Behaviour Support. This service aims to prevent behavioural issues leading to criminality, exploitation, and exclusion. The procurement falls under the health services industry category, with the service being delivered in Knowsley, UKD71.

This contract was awarded using Direct Award Process C under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, bypassing the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The contracting phase concluded with a formal award on 11 March 2025, initiating the contract on 1 April 2025 to run through 31 March 2026. The total contract value is £98,000.

The contract offers business growth opportunities, particularly for those specialising in preventative health services for children and young people, focusing on behavioural support. Businesses adept in delivering innovative health solutions and enhancing social value through service sustainability and collaboration could find this contract appealing. The procurement method employed presents an optimal opportunity for entities already demonstrating service competence due to the limited nature and direct award process.

This situation is most advantageous for niche providers with a successful track record in mental and emotional wellbeing services, as well as for organisations that can further health interventions aligned with contemporary regulations and social priorities.