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Whole Family Support Framework Agreement

South Ayrshire Council

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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02 May 2025 at 13:05

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10 Dec 2024 at 12:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The South Ayrshire Council is undertaking a public procurement process titled "Whole Family Support Framework Agreement," categorised under welfare services delivered outside of residential institutions. This framework covers services in Ayr, including Troon, Prestwick, and nearby villages, as well as North and South Carrick, and extends to advocacy services for children and young people. The procurement process is in the award stage, having completed the tender phase, with significant dates including the tender closing on 23 January 2025 and contracts signed on 25 April 2025. Located in the UKM94 region, the procurement uses an open procedure with a framework agreement in place, reflecting its open and competitive attributes. The initiative prioritises quality over price in its award criteria and has a focus on early and preventative family support interventions.

This procurement process presents lucrative opportunities for businesses specialising in family welfare services, social work, and advocacy, particularly those equipped to deliver early intervention and preventative support. The framework facilitates business growth by encouraging participation from SMEs and large enterprises, as evidenced by the involvement of suppliers like Stepping Stones for Families and Barnardo's. Companies with experience in delivering flexible, responsive support services and those aligned with quality-focused procurement criteria would be well-positioned to benefit from these contracts. Additionally, the open procurement method fosters a competitive environment advantageous for businesses looking to expand their portfolio and impact within the public sector services domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Whole Family Support Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Whole Family Support Framework Agreement - Universal Whole Family Support Service in Ayr (Including Troon, Prestwick, and surrounding villages), North and South Carrick and Advocacy to Children and Young People

Lot Information

Universal Whole Family Support Service - North and South Carrick

Universal Whole Family Support Service The aim of this service is to signpost and/or provider a flexible range of supports to families who are requesting early help. The service will primarily take referrals from families and other professionals and should be able to respond to needs quickly and with a flexible approach. The range of services should be based on whole family wellbeing, with a focus on early and preventative interventions which help families meet their specific needs and to avoid crisis. It is proposed the service will provide help to children, young people, parents, and carers with children aged 0 - 18 years.

Universal Whole Family Support Service - Ayr (Including Troon, Prestwick, and surrounding Villages)

Universal Whole Family Support Service The aim of this service is to signpost and/or provider a flexible range of supports to families who are requesting early help. The service will primarily take referrals from families and other professionals and should be able to respond to needs quickly and with a flexible approach. The range of services should be based on whole family wellbeing, with a focus on early and preventative interventions which help families meet their specific needs and to avoid crisis. It is proposed the service will provide help to children, young people, parents, and carers with children aged 0 - 18 years.

Advocacy to Children and Young People

Advocacy The aim of the service is to provide an advocacy service to children and young people aged 0 - 25 years, residing within South Ayrshire and children and young people who South Ayrshire Council are responsible for but may live out with South Ayrshire. Professional advocacy will mainly be provided to children and young people, some of whom may have additional support needs and who are considered to be: .on the edges of care, including children subject to Child Protection measures .care experienced .children under 16 years who are subject to compulsory measures under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2000

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c5fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018753-2025
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
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

85312300 - Guidance and counselling services

85312320 - Counselling services

85312400 - Welfare services not delivered through residential institutions

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,092,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£2,094,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
October 2028

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
South Ayrshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
AYR
Postcode
KA7 1DR
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM94 South Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM94 South Ayrshire
Local Authority
South Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Ayr West
Westminster Constituency
Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

Barnardo's

Stepping Stones for Families

Further Information

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