Wirral Breastfeeding Support

Wirral Borough Council has awarded a contract for a breastfeeding support service titled "Wirral Breastfeeding Support" in the health and social work services category. The contract, valued at £159,915, was awarded to Koala North West. This procurement follows an open procedure with the tender period having ended on 14 October 2024.

The contract will begin on 1 February 2025 and run until 31 January 2027. The service will be delivered in England, focusing on vulnerable families and disadvantaged areas to address health inequalities. Key requirements include the promotion of breastfeeding education, the Healthy Start programme, and post-natal contraception support.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and VCSEs specialising in health and social services. Businesses with expertise in providing evidence-based educational programmes and capable of establishing robust referral pathways for new mothers will find this contract appealing. The awarded supplier, Koala North West, has demonstrated its capacity to deliver quality services that meet the council's objectives.

Companies in the sector can leverage this opportunity to expand their service offerings and contribute to community health improvements in disadvantaged regions.