---
title: "Independent Supported Living - Onsite (Inverness)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0657c1"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL"
published: "2026-02-19"
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# Independent Supported Living - Onsite (Inverness)

Buyer: THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0657c1

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## Summary

The Highland Council is inviting tenders for the provision of independent supported living services in Inverness. This tender is aimed at delivering high-quality services to young people, specifically designed to equip them with skills for independent living in long-term accommodation. The procurement process currently in the tender stage commenced on 19th February 2026 with a submission deadline of 2nd April 2026. The contract, valued at GBP 1,088,000, is classified under the health and social work services category and follows an open procedure, prioritising the most economically advantageous tender (MEAT). Interested organisations should ensure compliance with financial and insurance requirements as outlined by the council.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses focused on social work services, particularly those with expertise in youth welfare and accommodation. Organisations with a history of delivering quality independent living support are well-suited to compete for this contract. Businesses must demonstrate relevant experience, care inspectorate registration, and provide evidence of staff qualifications to meet procurement criteria. By securing this contract, businesses can contribute to community benefits including fair working practices and environmental enhancements. With the Highland Council emphasising quality in service delivery, winning this tender could lead to expanded influence and establishment in the regional social care industry.

## Notice

The provision of high quality supported independent living services for eligible Young People aged 16-26. The Service Provider will work the Supported Persons to achieve and maintain an independent living skill set that will afford them the necessary attributes required to succeed at living in suitable long-term accommodation in the future.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The provision of high quality supported independent living services for eligible Young People aged 16-26. The Service Provider will work the Supported Persons to achieve and maintain an independent living skill set that will afford them the necessary attributes required to succeed at living in suitable long-term accommodation in the future. Additional information: The contract has an option to extend by up to 12 months.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015079-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Mar 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,088,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE HIGHLAND COUNCIL |
| Locality | INVERNESS |
| Post town | Inverness |
| Postcode | IV3 5NX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM2 Highlands and Islands |
| ITL 3 | TLM20 Highlands and Islands |
| Local authority | Highland |
| Electoral ward | Inverness West |
| Westminster constituency | Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire |
| Delivery location | TLM6 Highlands and Islands |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation
- 85311300 - Welfare services for children and young people

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 10:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015079-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.highland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000823538
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00045

## Provenance

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