Breastfeeding Peer Support Service

This procurement process involves Portsmouth City Council for the provision of a Breastfeeding Peer Support Service, classified under miscellaneous health services. The service is intended to operate within the Portsmouth region, falling under the category of community-based health services. The procurement stage is the Award phase, as the contract has been awarded under urgency by the Integrated Children's Commissioning Team.

The contract is running for a five-month term with a possibility of extension due to Government funding for this programme. Significant dates include the contract signing on 27th March 2025, with an anticipated procurement transition managed by the Public Health Directorate scheduled for 1st September 2025. The tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for health service providers specialising in maternal and child health.

The Breastfeeding Network, as the awarded supplier, underscores the relevance for SMEs in the health services industry, particularly those with expertise in peer support and health education. This contract promotes community engagement through drop-in groups and online support, presenting a venture for enterprises that can sustain service quality and adapt to urgent health service demands. Businesses with capabilities in consortium arrangements may find similar opportunities to innovate service delivery frameworks, given the high priority placed on safety and quality care in this procurement process.