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Planning

16 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

Dumfries and Galloway Council, operating as both the buyer and central purchasing body, is currently in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Outreach Housing Support Services for Homeless People." This initiative falls under the general public services category, specifically targeting services for individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. The procurement is scheduled to move towards tender notification by 1st September 2026, with the goal of providing high-quality outreach housing support services in the UKM92 region, covering areas such as Nithsdale, Annandale & Eskdale, Stewartry, and Wigtownshire. The process aligns with the legal framework of the Housing (Scotland) Act 1987, the Housing (Scotland) Act 2010, and relevant Scottish regulations.

This tender presents an auspicious opportunity for service providers specialising in social welfare, particularly those focusing on homelessness and vulnerable communities. It is well-suited for businesses with a proven track record in delivering high-quality support services and possessing an understanding of housing legislation and regulations. Due to the outlined regional scope, businesses with a strong local presence or those looking to expand their community services in Dumfries and Galloway may find this opportunity conducive to growth. Furthermore, the council anticipates engaging multiple providers, allowing winning bidders to help increase control over vulnerable individuals' lives and assist them in achieving independent living sustainability.

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Notice Title

Outreach Housing Support Services for Homeless People

Notice Description

Dumfries and Galloway Council are seeking service providers to deliver high quality outreach housing support service to homeless households and individuals threatened with homelessness as prescribed within Section 32B of the Housing (Scotland) Act 1987 as included by the Housing (Scotland) Act 2010 and the Housing Support Services (Homelessness) (Scotland) Regulations 2012.

Lot Information

Adult Outreach Support Services (East)

This lot is for the provision of a high-quality outreach housing support service to individuals over the age of 25 who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. The purpose of this service is to provide an accessible, impartial, quality outreach housing support service to support vulnerable people to increase control over their lives and assist them to gain the independent living skills required to sustain accommodation.. This lot covers the east of the Dumfries and Galloway region (Nithsdale and Annandale & Eskdale). It is anticipated that two providers will be awarded to this area.

Adult Outreach Support Services (West)

This lot is for the provision of a high-quality outreach housing support service to individuals over the age of 25 who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. The purpose of this service is to provide an accessible, impartial, quality outreach housing support service to support vulnerable people to increase control over their lives and assist them to gain the independent living skills required to sustain accommodation.. This lot covers the West of the Dumfries and Galloway Region (Stewatry and Wigtownshire). It is anticipated that two providers will be awarded to this area.

Young People's Housing Support (East)

This lot is for the provision of a high-quality outreach housing support service to individuals between 16 and 25 who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. The purpose of this service is to provide an accessible, impartial, quality outreach housing support service to support vulnerable people to increase control over their lives and assist them to gain the independent living skills required to sustain accommodation.. This lot covers the east of the Dumfries and Galloway Region(Nithsdale and Annandale & Eskdale).

Young People's Housing Support (West)

This lot is for the provision of a high-quality housing support service to individuals between 16 and 25 who are homeless or threatened with homelessness. The purpose of this service is to provide an accessible, impartial, quality outreach housing support service to support vulnerable people to increase control over their lives and assist them to gain the independent living skills required to sustain accommodation.. This lot covers the West of the region (Stewartry & Wigtownshire)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837700
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560350
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
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

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

85312000 - Social work services without accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Sep 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY 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
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 2HP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560350
    Outreach Housing Support Services for Homeless People - Dumfries and Galloway Council are seeking service providers to deliver high quality outreach housing support service to homeless households and individuals threatened with homelessness as prescribed within Section 32B of the Housing (Scotland) Act 1987 as included by the Housing (Scotland) Act 2010 and the Housing Support Services (Homelessness) (Scotland) Regulations 2012.

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