Breastfeeding Peer Support Service - PSR Competitive Process

Location

Birmingham

Description

Birmingham City Council (the "Council") is seeking to appoint an organisation for the provision of Breastfeeding Peer Support. The PSR applies to the arrangement of health care and public health services arranged by relevant authorities and irrespective of who the provider is (i.e., whether the service is provided by NHS providers, other public sector bodies, local authorities, or providers within the voluntary, community, social enterprise (VCSE) and independent sectors). The Procurement Process to select an organisation for the above requirement will be carried out in accordance with The Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023 using the Competitive Procedure. The contract will commence on 01 July 2026 and will be in place for a period of 2 years with the option to extend for a further 2 years subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

Total Quantity or Scope

As part of delivering the upcoming Birmingham 5-year Infant Feeding Strategy, we are seeking a Provider to offer a citywide, 7 days a week, local, easily accessible breastfeeding peer support programme. The service will be delivered by accredited breastfeeding peer supporters (staff and volunteers) who have personal breastfeeding experience and reflect Birmingham's diverse communities. The objectives of the contract are to offer timely support to all parents who wish to breastfeed through offering antenatal workshops, home visits, community support groups and a helpline (including out of hours).

Renewal Options

Option to extend for a further 2 years subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability.

CPV Codes

• 85100000 - Health services
• 85323000 - Community health services
• 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Indicators

• Bids should cover the whole contract.
• Options are available.
• Renewals are not available.
• Professional qualifications are sought.
• Award on basis of price and quality.

Other Information

This is a Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Contract Notice. The awarding of this contract is subject to the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023. For the avoidance of doubt, the provisions of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 do not apply to this award. The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity please click on the following link to access https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please either email us at: etendering@birmingham.gov.uk Your completed tender submission should be returned by noon on 27th March 2026 via the 'in-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc