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Re-opening of Peer Outreach Service Framework - January 2026

EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

East Ayrshire Council has completed the award stage for the procurement process titled "Re-opening of Peer Outreach Service Framework - January 2026". This procurement, categorised under general public services, was an open procedure aimed at securing services within specific communities in East Ayrshire. The contract involves a flexible framework agreement for peer outreach services, and new areas are being added to the existing framework, which commenced on 1 February 2024. The contract for these new areas will run until 31 January 2027, with a possible one-year extension. The procurement is focused on Stewarton, Galston/Newmilns, and New Cumnock, and was open for applications via electronic means. Key award details were finalised on 30 April 2026, after the submission deadline on 5 February 2026.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), specialising in public service delivery within local communities. The focus on peer outreach services makes it particularly suitable for organisations experienced in community engagement and support services. With secured additional funding, businesses have the chance to tap into new geographic areas and expand their market presence within East Ayrshire. Existing framework providers also have the opportunity to apply for these new areas, potentially enhancing their service offerings and footprint in the region.

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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-r6ebe6-0000819260
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555399
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts)
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
£792,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
2
Supplier Names

THE NEST WELLBEING GROUP

WE ARE WITH YOU

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN546495
    Re-opening of Peer Outreach Service Framework - January 2026 - 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
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555399
    Re-opening of Peer Outreach Service Framework - January 2026 - 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

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