Peer Support Worker

The procurement process initiated by the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust concluded with the awarding of a contract for a Peer Support Worker and EDI support services. The contracting authority, located in Wolverhampton, UK, operates within the public authority central government sector. The procurement, under the direct method without competition and classified under hospital support services, reached the contract award stage with completion on 9th September 2025.

The awarded contract, valued at £20,289, commenced on 30th August 2025, with an end date slated for 31st March 2026, and the possibility of extension. The supplier, Approachable Parenting, is a large-scale enterprise based in Birmingham, UK. This contract presents growth opportunities, particularly for businesses specialising in healthcare support services.

Suppliers who can provide expert peer support and equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) services will find this sector promising. Given the nature of the direct procurement method, businesses that maintain direct relationships with public authorities or specialise in hospital support services are well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Such procurement opportunities can serve as a stepping stone for large enterprises to expand within the public healthcare sector.