Specialist Paediatric Speech & Language Therapy in Halton

The NHS Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care Board has awarded a short-term contract for Specialist Paediatric Speech & Language Therapy in Halton, classified under the health services category. The contract was necessitated by urgent circumstances and is tailored to ensure continued service provision following the expiration of the previous arrangement on 29th October 2025. The award was made under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, excluding the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.

The contract spans six months, commencing on 10th November 2025 and concluding no later than 10th May 2026, with a total value of £248,609. The procurement stage is marked by the 'award' phase, with the contract already signed on 4th November 2025, reflecting immediate needs in Halton Place, UKD71 region. This procurement provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in health services, particularly those with competencies in delivering speech and language therapy to children and young adults.

Businesses that understand the niche requirements of paediatric healthcare and have the capacity to mobilise services on short notice stand to benefit. While the current provider is Communicate Speech & Language Services, firms positioned to offer innovative solutions and effective service transfers in compliance with the Provider Selection Regime could find growth opportunities in preparation for the subsequent longer-term contract. SMEs with scalable operations and experience in healthcare service provision will be particularly well-suited to engage with similar NHS-driven contracts.