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Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 Oct 2021 at 07:55

Tender

11 May 2021 at 14:55

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government is conducting an open procurement process for "Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients," classified under equal opportunities consultancy services. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 28th June 2021. The contract, valued at £20.4 million, will be active for a period of 720 days and includes options for renewal. Interested parties are encouraged to attend a Bidders Conference scheduled for 20th May 2021 to gain insights into the procurement details.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advocacy and consultancy services, particularly those experienced in social security systems and client support. Companies that demonstrate strong financial stability, relevant qualifications, and an understanding of community benefits will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Additionally, the emphasis on quality and price in the award criteria suggests that organisations offering a robust service delivery framework could enhance their chances of success.

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Notice Title

Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients

Notice Description

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients.

Renewal: extension option of 2 x 12 month periods

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02afab
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026481-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,400,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£20,400,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£20,400,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8EA
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VOICEABILITY ADVOCACY

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