DHSC: PCP - National Breast Feeding Helpline 2026

Department of Health and Social Care (T&T)contractFind a TenderRef ocds-h6vhtk-052446Procurement Act 2023SME suitableVCSE suitableplanned

Estimated value

£3.1m

services

Awarded value

Suppliers

0

Lots

1

0 awarded

Published

23 May 2025

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Description

Procurement for the delivery of the National Breastfeeding Helpline, providing breastfeeding information and support via a 24-hour helpline for families across the UK. Dates and contract values are estimated and are subject to change.

Scope

Reference
W185258
Total value
£3,144,000 excluding VAT
£3,772,800 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Commercial tool
Standalone contract
Contract dates
31 Mar 2026 to 31 Mar 2029
Possible extension to 31 Mar 2030

The contract has the option to extend for a further 24 months, in 12 month periods

Main category
services
CPV classifications
72253000
79512000
85312320
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

Award criteria

Criteria the buyer will use to evaluate bids.

NameDescriptionTypeWeighting
Quality EvaluationPrice per Quality Point used, as set out in the ITTquality

Participation

Conditions suppliers must meet to bid.

The Authority will require Suppliers to demonstrate sufficient legal and financial capacity, including minimum financial standing and appropriate insurance coverage.

The Authority will require Suppliers to obtain, or commit to obtaining prior to Contract commencement, appropriate cyber security certification.