--- title: "AA-306-24 Provision of Ante Natal Information Peer Support Service and Post Natal Peer Support Service for Breastfeeding Mothers" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN" published: "2024-12-03" --- # AA-306-24 Provision of Ante Natal Information Peer Support Service and Post Natal Peer Support Service for Breastfeeding Mothers Buyer: NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04c1e7.json) ## Summary 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. ## Notice 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038938-2024 | | 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 | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Dec 2024 | | Submission deadline | 15 Jan 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Dependent upon funding. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £229,465 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS AYRSHIRE & ARRAN | | Locality | AYR | | Post town | Kilmarnock | | Postcode | KA6 6AB | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM94 South Ayrshire | | Local authority | South Ayrshire | | Electoral ward | Maybole, North Carrick and Coylton | | Westminster constituency | Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock | | Delivery location | TLM94 South Ayrshire | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 75122000 - Administrative healthcare services ## Release History - 3 Dec 2024 at 15:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038938-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nhsaaa.net - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000784682 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=784682 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=784682 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00060 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/courts-and-tribunals/courts-tribunals-and-office-locations/find-us/kilmarnock-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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