Residential Intermediate Care Beds

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council, in association with the NHS Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care Board (ICB) - Sefton Place, is in the planning stage for the procurement process concerning 'Residential Intermediate Care Beds'. This initiative, set to begin in Winter 2026/27, aims to fortify winter resilience and potentially provide year-round baseline capacity in the social work and related services sector. The procurement is under a light-touch regime and is classified as above threshold, highlighting its significant scale and potential impact.

Located in Bootle, United Kingdom, the procurement involves a preliminary market engagement with a scheduled engagement milestone deadline of 27th February 2026. The procurement plan suggests a contract period from 1st November 2026 to 31st October 2029. This tender provides a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in healthcare services, particularly those with capacity and expertise in residential care and intermediate care facilities.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are deemed suitable to engage in this process. Companies with capabilities in service delivery models, quality governance, workforce management, and mobilisation readiness are encouraged to participate. Engaging in this tender allows businesses to expand their market presence and contribute to essential public health services, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with public authorities such as Sefton Council.

The ongoing soft market engagement activities, including questionnaires and possible virtual engagements, offer an excellent platform for businesses to showcase their offerings and align with the Council's objectives.