Liverpool City Council has completed a competitive tender process to appoint a new nursing care provider for Millvina nursing home in Anfield and Brushwood nursing home in Speke.
The tender, launched in February 2025, invited qualified providers to submit proposals for delivering high-quality nursing care across both homes.
The Council, which owns both buildings, took over the management of the homes last year, with Mersey Care delivering nursing care. This was because the previous provider had decided to withdraw. Mersey Care subsequently informed the Council it did not wish to continue providing nursing care after May 2025, triggering the tender process.
Following a thorough evaluation of all submissions, the Council can announce that it intends to award the contract for nursing provision to Primary Care 24 Merseyside Ltd (PC24).
In line with procurement regulations, an 8 working day standstill period is now in place allowing bidders to review the outcome and raise any questions before the contract is formally awarded.
Liverpool City Council reaffirms its commitment to residents, families, and staff by making clear assurances that health, safety, and wellbeing remains the highest priority and there will be no disruption to care services during the transition to the new provider.
Engagement with care home residents and staff has already begun and will continue throughout the standstill period and beyond, to ensure everyone is fully informed and supported.
Cllr Angela Coleman, Liverpool City Council’s Cabinet Member for Adult Social Services, said:“As we move forward, our priority remains the same, to ensure that residents continue to receive the highest-quality, compassionate care, and that everyone feels supported every step of the way.
“Our care homes are of the utmost importance to us, and we know how much they mean to the people who live and work there. We are committed to ensuring this transition is as smooth, respectful, reassuring with everyone involved.”
Corporate Director for Adult Social Care, Health and Homelessness, Anne Marie Lubanski said: “The health and wellbeing of our residents and their families is at the heart of everything we do. We understand how important it is that people feel supported and reassured during this time of change.
“That’s why we’re committed to working together to ensure the best possible care is in place, both now and in the future.
“This decision follows a thorough and careful process, and I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all the organisations who submitted applications to support the care of our residents.”
“In particular, I want to thank Mersey Care for their commitment and compassion in supporting Millvina and Brushwood. Their contribution has been deeply valued, and we are truly grateful for the care they have provided.”
