Tender

Youth Homeless Prevention & Support Service

MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL

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Tender

26 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Midlothian Council involves a tender for the provision of a "Youth Homeless Prevention & Support Service" aimed at supporting young people aged 16-25 within the region of Midlothian. This procurement falls under the industry category of general public services and follows an open procedure method, allowing for electronic submissions via the Public Contracts Scotland website. The tender stage is active, with a closing date set for the 30th of March 2026 at 12:00 GMT. Businesses considering participation should be prepared for engagement starting immediately post-tender, as the award period begins the same day, ensuring continuity of service for the targeted demographic.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for entities specialising in social services, particularly those with expertise in youth welfare and homelessness prevention. Midlothian Council requires potential providers to adhere to statutory requirements consistent with the Care Standards outlined by the Care Inspectorate, offering a platform for businesses to leverage their regulatory knowledge and capabilities. Social enterprises and organisations with a robust understanding of community engagement could find this contract especially beneficial, given the emphasis on community benefits, as stipulated in Schedule 5. Furthermore, financial stability is a critical criterion underscored by a mandatory Experian financial check, highlighting the necessity for economically sound businesses interested in expanding their reach within the public sector and reinforcing their commitment to social impact.

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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=FEB550521
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 20264 weeks to go
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
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

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