Tender

AA-306-24 Provision of Ante Natal Information Peer Support Service and Post Natal Peer Support Service for Breastfeeding Mothers

NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN

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Tender

03 Dec 2024 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

The NHS Ayrshire & Arran is inviting tenders for the provision of an Ante Natal Information Peer Support Service and Post Natal Peer Support Service for Breastfeeding Mothers, discharged from Ayrshire Maternity Unit. This procurement, classified under administrative healthcare services, is essential for effective breastfeeding support and aligns with the NHS’s commitment to maternal and infant health. The tender is currently in the active stage, with submissions due by 15 January 2025 and contract awards expected on 17 January 2025. The total contract value is estimated at £229,465, and the contract period extends one year, with potential renewals dependent on funding. The services will be delivered in Ayrshire and Arran, Scotland.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for companies specialising in healthcare support services. Businesses with expertise in peer support for breastfeeding and experience in collaborating with health boards will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. Potential bidders must meet specific suitability criteria, including mandatory completion of relevant courses. Moreover, the tender offers a platform for suppliers to engage in community benefits, as it encourages registration on the NHS Scotland's Community Benefit Gateway to demonstrate additional contributions. This contract not only fosters business expansion but also supports community well-being through dedicated healthcare services.

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Notice Title

AA-306-24 Provision of Ante Natal Information Peer Support Service and Post Natal Peer Support Service for Breastfeeding Mothers

Notice Description

For the provision of an Ante Natal Information Peer Support Service and Post Natal Peer Support Service for all Breastfeeding Mothers Discharged from Ayrshire Maternity Unit.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a unique and effective partnership between Ayrshire & Arran Health Board and a service provider for the provision of breastfeeding peer support. The provider will be part of an Integrated Infant Feeding Team involving Ayrshire & Arran Health Board's Maternity Infant Feeding Team and Community Infant Feeding Team providing an Ante Natal Information and Peer Support Service and Post Natal Peer Support Service for all Breastfeeding Mothers Discharged from Ayrshire Maternity Unit. Additional information: Any continuation beyond one year is wholly dependent on funding.

Renewal: One year contract with the option to extend for further two x 12 month periods, however, any continuation beyond one year is wholly dependent upon funding.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038938-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75122000 - Administrative healthcare services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£229,465 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Dependent upon funding.

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN
Contact Name
Lesley Marshall
Contact Email
procurement@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1294323219

Buyer Location

Locality
AYR
Postcode
KA6 6AB
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM94 South Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM94 South Ayrshire

Local Authority
South Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Maybole, North Carrick and Coylton
Westminster Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

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