---
title: "Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02afab"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT"
published: "2021-10-22"
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# Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients

Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02afab

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## Summary

The Scottish Government is conducting an open procurement process for "Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients," classified under equal opportunities consultancy services. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 28th June 2021. The contract, valued at £20.4 million, will be active for a period of 720 days and includes options for renewal. Interested parties are encouraged to attend a Bidders Conference scheduled for 20th May 2021 to gain insights into the procurement details.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advocacy and consultancy services, particularly those experienced in social security systems and client support. Companies that demonstrate strong financial stability, relevant qualifications, and an understanding of community benefits will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Additionally, the emphasis on quality and price in the award criteria suggests that organisations offering a robust service delivery framework could enhance their chances of success.

## Notice

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Government has a requirement to place a contract with an external service provider for the provision of Advocacy Services for Social Security Scotland Clients.

Renewal: extension option of 2 x 12 month periods

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026481-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £20,400,000 |
| Lots value | £20,400,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £20,400,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 8EA |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VOICEABILITY ADVOCACY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98200000 - Equal opportunities consultancy services

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2021 at 07:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026481-2021
- 11 May 2021 at 14:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010298-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.scotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10482

## Provenance

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