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CM BHFT 0927 - Breastfeeding Network Peer Support

BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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17 Apr 2026 at 11:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust focuses on providing a high-quality Breastfeeding Network Peer Support programme in Reading. This initiative aims to enhance the number of women who initiate and continue breastfeeding. The contracting process, which has reached the award stage as of 17th April 2026, was conducted through a direct procurement method below the competitive threshold. The contract commenced on 1st January 2026 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2027, with a contract value of £23,438 GBP.

This tender presents business growth opportunities for organisations specialising in community health services, with a specific focus on maternal health and peer support programmes. The Breastfeeding Network, a large supplier with VCSE involvement, has been awarded the contract, demonstrating demand for experienced providers in community-driven initiatives. Businesses capable of delivering quality health services and engaging with local communities in the UK would find this opportunity advantageous for expanding their services and presence in the health sector.

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Notice Title

CM BHFT 0927 - Breastfeeding Network Peer Support

Notice Description

The Breastfeeding Network to provide a high-quality peer support programme for women who breastfeed in Reading to contribute to an increase in the numbers of women who initiate breastfeeding and continue to breastfeed for as long as they wish

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068540
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035167-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85323000 - Community health services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£23,438 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Dec 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BERKSHIRE HEALTHCARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRACKNELL
Postcode
RG12 2UT
Post Town
Reading
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ15 Berkshire East
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bracknell Forest
Electoral Ward
Bullbrook
Westminster Constituency
Bracknell

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE BREASTFEEDING NETWORK

Further Information

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