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Youth Homeless Prevention & Support Service

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Midlothian Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Youth Homeless Prevention & Support Service" aimed at providing assistance to young people aged 16-25 in Midlothian, UK. The procurement, categorised under public services, followed an open procedure and is now in the award stage. The contract, valued at £239,726, was awarded to The Rock Trust effective from 30th April 2026. The services will be delivered in compliance with statutory requirements outlined by the Care Inspectorate. Key procurement milestones included an initial tender closing on 30th March 2026, followed by the contract signing on 30th April 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in social services, particularly those focused on youth welfare and community support. Suitable businesses for this tender would include small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with the relevant experience and capability to comply with care standards. Engaging in such government contracts allows businesses to expand their portfolio, enhance their reputation in the public sector, and contribute positively to community outcomes in Midlothian. The focus on compliance with Care Inspectorate standards necessitates providers to demonstrate high-quality care and support, thereby benefiting from a structured contractual relationship with Midlothian Council.

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Notice Title

Youth Homeless Prevention & Support Service

Notice Description

Midlothian Councils seeks to appoint a Provider for the provision of a homeless prevention and support service to young people aged 16-25 in Midlothian.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Midlothian Councils seeks to appoint a Provider for the provision of a homeless prevention and support service to young people aged 16-25 in Midlothian. The Provider is required to comply with all statutory requirements in the delivery of the service which will be consistent with the Care Standards published by the Care Inspectorate. The standard of service which should be provided is to meet the young people needs in conjunction with those identified in their Support Plan.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000824981
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555174
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£221,086 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£239,726 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 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
MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DALKEITH
Postcode
EH22 1DN
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian
Delivery Location
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian

Local Authority
Midlothian
Electoral Ward
Dalkeith
Westminster Constituency
Midlothian

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE ROCK TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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