--- title: "NHSGGC Advocacy Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d7f4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d7f4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d7f4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d7f4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE" published: "2026-07-30" --- # NHSGGC Advocacy Services Buyer: NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d7f4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d7f4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d7f4.json) ## Summary NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, in conjunction with Glasgow City Council, is initiating a tender process for the provision of Advocacy Services in Glasgow under the procurement method of an open procedure. This procurement falls within the health and social work services category, targeting services to support independent professional advocacy. The tender is currently active, with electronic submissions welcomed until 31st August 2026. The primary focus is on ensuring support and advice for individuals whose autonomy or health is at risk, aligning with several legislative requirements. The service contract is set for 24 months, with options for two 12-month extensions, with the value estimated at £3,200,000. This tender presents significant business opportunities for organisations skilled in delivering health and social work services, particularly those focused on advocacy services that address complex needs. Companies with expertise in supporting individuals with disabilities, carers, and those in a prison setting will find this tender particularly relevant. Furthermore, the inclusion of community benefits criteria means businesses with established protocols and a track record in delivering such benefits will have a competitive edge. It offers the chance to contribute to policy goals such as health improvement and equity, benefiting both the community and service providers. ## Notice NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde (NHSGG&C) and Glasgow City Council (GCC) promote, support and defend the principles and practice of Independent Professional Advocacy across the City of Glasgow. We aim to ensure that when the right to an independent lifestyle, autonomy and liberty are at risk, the individual concerned receives appropriate help including advice, protection and support from relevant agencies, in particular Independent Professional Advocacy. Access to independent professional advocacy is recognised as contributing to health and social care policy goals such as health improvement, equity and involving individuals as partners in a mutual NHS and social care setting. There is a requirement for the service to meet legislative requirements, including Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000, The Community Care and Health (Scotland) Act 2002; Public Joint Bodies (Scotland) Act 2014; Social Work Scotland Act 1968; Equality (Scotland) Act 2010; Human rights Act 1998; Adult Support and Protection (Scotland) Act 2007; The Patient Rights (Scotland) Act 2011; The Social Care (Self-Directed Support) (Scotland) Act 2013. ### Lot Information Lot 1 This Tender process seeks to ensure the ability of service users to be able to influence services and to be adequately supported to do so. This specification reflects the core areas of the Advocacy service to be delivered by the successful supplier during the term of the contract and any periods of extension. The successful supplier will provide a service for people aged 16 or over (including people over 65) and this include those subject to NHS Prison Healthcare): Whose disability has a substantial effect on their day to day living. Are Carers to someone resident in Glasgow with eligible needs Have complex needs and are experiencing situations which they are unable to cope without professional support. Prison Healthcare In providing an Advocacy service within a Prison setting, providers must be aware of the safety/security constraints which they will be required to follow in providing a service. Access to the service within HMP Barlinnie (within Glasgow City HSCP area) will be assisted via the Prison Healthcare Team. Additional information: This contract is for 24 months with the option to extend for 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/072319-2026 | | 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 | 30 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £3,200,000 | | Lots value | £3,200,000 | | 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 | NHS GREATER GLASGOW AND CLYDE | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G4 0SF | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City | | Local authority | Glasgow City | | Electoral ward | Dennistoun | | Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East | | Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 30 Jul 2026 at 14:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072319-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.nhsggc.scot/about-us/procurement/ - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835816 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=835816 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=835816 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA10722 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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