Scope
Reference
13490
Description
Knowsley Council is seeking to commission experienced and high-quality service provider(s) to deliver two allotted services that support the management (and prevention) of sexual and reproductive health needs of our residents:
• Integrated sexual health service
• HIV advice and support service.
The integrated sexual health service provides open access to sexual health and contraception services for adults and young people in Knowsley. The service offers 3 different levels of support (basic, intermediate, and complex) delivering a wide range of services to support and address sexual and reproductive health. Knowsley's HIV advice and support service is responsible for providing non-clinical advice and support for people in Knowsley who are living with or affected by HIV, as well as delivering training, advice and information to reduce stigma and raise awareness around HIV.
Total value (estimated)
- £15,568,944 excluding VAT
- £18,682,732.80 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2031
- Possible extension to 31 March 2034
- 8 years
Description of possible extension:
1st April 2026 for 5 years with options to extend for 3 periods of 12 months each
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Knowsley Integrated Sexual Health Service
Description
The aim of the sexual health service is to manage and deliver an efficient and clinically effective service that responds effectively to sexual and reproductive needs. The service must be delivered as an open access service, providing support and provision for people who live within Knowsley and for people who live outside of the borough.
Lot value (estimated)
- £15,400,944 excluding VAT
- £18,481,132.80 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Knowsley HIV Advice and Support service
Description
Knowsley Council wish to commission a provider who can deliver a support service for people in Knowsley who are living with or are affected by HIV. This includes all Knowsley residents aged 18 and over who live in Knowsley or who are registered with a Knowsley GP. The service will specifically target individuals who are living with HIV, are affected by HIV or most at risk of HIV infection.
Lot value (estimated)
- £168,000 excluding VAT
- £201,600 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Knowsley Integrated Sexual Health Service
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Knowsley HIV Advice and Support service
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
1 September 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
8 September 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
tender portal: https://www.the-chest.org.uk/
tender reference: DN775475
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
12 December 2025
Award criteria
Lot 1. Lot 1 - Knowsley Integrated Sexual Health Service
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Price | 30% |
Lot 2. Lot 2 - Knowsley HIV Advice and Support service
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Quality | Quality | 70% |
| Price | Cost | 30% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Documents
Associated tender documents
https://www.the-chest.org.uk/
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Contracting authority
Knowsley Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXQQ-8436-NWPV
Municipal Building, Archway Road
Huyton
L36 9YU
United Kingdom
Region: UKD71 - East Merseyside
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government