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Justice Outreach Services (Highland) Framework

The Highland Council

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03 Jul 2026 at 14:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The Highland Council is seeking contractors for a framework agreement titled "Justice Outreach Services (Highland)." This procurement, classified under Health and Social Work Services (CPV: 85000000), is designed to support the reintegration and rehabilitation of offenders within the Highland Council geographical area. The tendering process is in the active stage, and interested suppliers must submit their bids by 11th August 2026. The contract period is anticipated to start on 1st October 2026 and end on 31st March 2029, with an option for two additional 12-month extensions. The procurement, executed through an open procedure, has a total estimated value of £900,000. It includes community benefits with an emphasis on fair working practices and environmental consideration as part of its evaluation criteria.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in justice, probation, and rehabilitation services. Organisations with robust experience in delivering support to vulnerable groups will find this tender particularly suitable. Businesses that can demonstrate strong financial stability, as demonstrated by meeting specific credit check criteria or providing adequate financial statements, will be favoured. Additionally, firms positioned to provide a comprehensive suite of services encompassing social integration, housing, and employment assistance are well-positioned to contribute to and benefit from this public contract. The inclusion of community benefits also opens avenues for businesses committed to social value and sustainable practices to enhance their competitive edge.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Justice Outreach Services (Highland) Framework

Notice Description

The provision provide a Highland wide Justice Outreach Support to assist offenders in reintegration/rehabilitation into their local community and to transition beyond community justice services. The aim of the service will be to allow offenders to develop social and domestic life skills for independent living which allow them to develop a long-term resilience for a crime-fee life. The service will provide support on housing and benefit matters and will promote rehabilitation, reintegration, education, training and employment opportunities to encourage career development. The Service Provider(s) will work in conjunction with the Council's Justice Service to support an Individual's Case Management Plan and will assist the individual in maintaining routines and structure for daily living.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of a Highland wide Outreach Support via Service Provider(s) to assist offenders in reintegration/rehabilitation into their local community and to transition beyond community justice services. The aim of the service will be to allow offenders to develop social and domestic life skills for independent living which allow them to develop a long-term resilience for a crime-fee life. The service will provide support on housing and benefit matters and will promote rehabilitation, reintegration, education, training and employment opportunities to encourage career development. The Service Provider(s) will work in conjunction with the Council's Justice Service to support an Individual's Case Management Plan and will assist the individual in maintaining routines and structure for daily living. Additional information: The contract has an option to extend by for two additional 12 month periods.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c393
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062861-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

75230000 - Justice services

75231200 - Services related to the detention or rehabilitation of criminals

75231240 - Probation services

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Aug 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The Highland Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
INVERNESS
Postcode
IV3 5NX
Postcode Area
Inverness
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM6 Highlands and Islands
Local Authority
Highland
Electoral Ward
Inverness West
Westminster Constituency
Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire

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