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Re-opening of Peer Outreach Service Framework - January 2026

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

07 May 2026 at 14:39

Tender

06 Jan 2026 at 09:56

Award

23 Feb 2024 at 15:52

TenderUpdate

07 Dec 2023 at 10:50

Tender

10 Nov 2023 at 15:27

Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council recently awarded a contract to re-open the Peer Outreach Service Framework, specifically in East Ayrshire communities, adding new areas in January 2026. This flexible framework agreement, under the category of services, aims to provide community services and support through rehabilitation services. The procurement process was conducted through an open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding environment. Key dates include the initial expression of interest deadline on 2 February 2026. The framework initially started in 2024, and the terms for the new areas end on 31 January 2027, with a potential extension of one year. The total contract value is £792,000, and successful suppliers include 'We Are With You' and 'The Nest Wellbeing Group'.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for community-focused organisations, particularly those with expertise in rehabilitation and community services within East Ayrshire. The open procurement method fosters an inclusive environment encouraging both new and existing providers to apply, thereby potentially expanding their services to new geographical areas such as Stewarton, Galston/Newmilns, and New Cumnock. Businesses, especially SMEs familiar with the community landscape, stand to gain by engaging in this framework, enhancing their portfolio and contributing to regional community development. The contract's flexible nature allows for the inclusion of additional areas, aligning business growth with community needs as new funding becomes available.

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Notice Title

Re-opening of Peer Outreach Service Framework - January 2026

Notice Description

Flexible Framework Agreement for the provision of a Peer Outreach Service within specific East Ayrshire Communities (Re-opening for New Areas January 2026) REOPENING OF FRAMEWORK - NOTE THAT THIS IS FOR ADDITIONAL AREAS TO BE ADDED AND WILL NOT AFFECT THE AREAS ALREADY AWARDED TO FUNDED PROVIDERS, EXISTING PROVIDERS MAY APPLY FOR THESE NEW AREAS

Lot Information

Lot 1

As per the previously advertised Notice (refer 2023/000-033333), the Framework commenced in 2024 and in accordance with the terms therein, it is now being re-opened for 3 new areas to be included under the same terms as the original application exercise as additional funding has been secured. Note that the initial 3 year term for the Framework commenced on 1 February 2024, therefore the initial term of the contract for the new areas will end on 31 January 2027 for all Service Providers included in the Framework at that time, however a further one year extension to this may be invoked as allowed under the terms of the Framework. Suitably experienced organisations known within the Stewarton, Galston/Newmilns and New Cumnock communities should apply at this time to provide a new service in these areas; existing providers on the Framework may apply for any of these new areas.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-041773
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042080-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

85312500 - Rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,368,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20242 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KILMARNOCK
Postcode
KA3 7BU
Post Town
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
East Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Kilmarnock East and Hurlford
Westminster Constituency
Kilmarnock and Loudoun

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

AUCHINLECK COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE

EAST AYRSHIRE CHURCHES HOMELESS ACTION

THE NEST WELLBEING GROUP

THE ZONE INITIATIVE

WE ARE WITH YOU

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