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Award of MH-Safe Spaces Social and Economic Case

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT

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28 May 2026 at 13:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Government has awarded a contract for the "Award of MH-Safe Spaces Social and Economic Case," focusing on evaluating the economic and social impacts of mental health Safe Spaces in Community, Clinical, and Rural settings. The awarded contract is part of a tender process that began on 6th November 2026 and is set to conclude by 6th November 2027. This research falls under the services category, specifically within the CPV classification for the design and execution of research and development. Ipsos MORI, located in London, has been selected as the supplier, with a contract value of £96,375 GBP. The project's main objective is to furnish evidence-based findings that will assist in strategic decision-making regarding the scalability and implementation of Safe Spaces as alternatives to traditional emergency responses in Scotland.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and evaluation services, especially those with expertise in social and economic impact assessments. Companies that can provide robust data analysis and insightful recommendations on public health initiatives are perfectly suited to compete in such projects. The findings from this research can guide future investments and policy adjustments, thus offering the winning supplier a platform to influence critical public health decisions potentially and establish a collaborative relationship with the Scottish Government.

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Notice Title

Award of MH-Safe Spaces Social and Economic Case

Notice Description

The aim of this research is to evaluate the economic and social benefits of mental health Safe Spaces across three settings: Community, Clinical, and Rural. The research should provide robust evidence on cost-effectiveness and value for money, while capturing wider social outcomes. The outcomes from this research will be used to inform local strategic decision-making to assess the potential for increasing the availability of Safe Spaces as a community-based crisis response and/or an alternative to Emergency Departments or psychiatric admission for individuals experiencing mental distress or crisis, where Emergency Department-level clinical intervention is not required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000822940
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY556774
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Quick Quote Award
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73300000 - Design and execution of research and development

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,375 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 Nov 20272 years to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 8LU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IPSOS MORI

Further Information

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