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24 Jun 2026 at 16:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement, titled "Children with Disabilities Social Inclusion Framework," is conducted by Stirling Council, a regional authority in Scotland. This tender is part of the industry category for social work services and aims to provide social inclusion activities for children and young people with disabilities. The procurement stage is currently active, with a closing date for submissions on 10th August 2026. The framework operates under the 'light-touch' provisions of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, and Stirling Council retains the flexibility to admit new providers. Two provider briefing sessions will take place on 10th and 15th July 2026 via Microsoft Teams. The procurement process is open, allowing for electronic submission of bids.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in social work and related services. Companies with experience in delivering high-quality social inclusion activities could find this an excellent opportunity for business growth. The tender is suitable for providers who can ensure a balanced approach between quality and cost, possess necessary authorisations or memberships, and are willing to comply with Stirling Council's terms and conditions. Insurance requirements for bidders include Employer's Liability, Public Liability, and Motor Vehicle Insurance if transport is required, offering established businesses with relevant expertise and qualifications a chance to secure a role in nurturing social inclusion efforts in Stirling.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Children with Disabilities Social Inclusion Framework

Notice Description

This procurement is concerned with the purchase of services in support of Children and young people with disabilities. Specifically, this requirement covers the provision of social inclusion based activities. These activities promote positive relationships, experiences and opportunities for children and young people, while providing a high quality short break from caring for parents and carers.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bc83
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059584-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85300000 - Social work and related services

85310000 - Social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Stirling Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK7 7QA
Postcode Area
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

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