--- title: "Learning Disability Service Needs Assessment" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL" published: "2025-08-28" --- # Learning Disability Service Needs Assessment Buyer: SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980.json) ## Summary Scottish Borders Council has initiated a procurement process for the "Learning Disability Service Needs Assessment," aimed at delivering a comprehensive needs assessment for learning disability services in the Scottish Borders region (UKM91). This contract falls under the general public services category and employs an open procedure for procurement. The tender process began on 2nd June 2025 and transitioned into the award stage by 28th August 2025, with the contract signed on 25th August 2025. The procurement method is electronic submission, making it convenient for potential bidders to participate. This contract offers an opportunity for suppliers to provide valuable insights and services, enhancing community benefits in line with Scottish Borders Council policy. This tender represents an excellent growth opportunity for businesses within the services industry, particularly small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in conducting needs assessments. It encourages local enterprises to engage in regional development, providing a platform for showcasing capabilities in similar service operations. The contract, valued at £56,640.00, highlights fundamental requirements such as insurance coverage and technical experience, necessitating relevant examples from bidders showcasing prior services rendered. With three electronic bids successfully submitted, the awarded contract signifies potential for participating businesses to refine their service offerings while contributing to the community and gaining regional recognition. ## Notice Scottish Borders Council on behalf of the joint Learning Disability Service is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender to deliver a comprehensive needs assessment for learning disability services within the Scottish Borders. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Scottish Borders Council on behalf of the joint Learning Disability Service is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender to deliver a comprehensive needs assessment for learning disability services within the Scottish Borders. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537945 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 28 Aug 2025 | | Submission deadline | 2 Jul 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 25 Aug 2025 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000 | | Lots value | £60,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £56,640 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH BORDERS COUNCIL | | Locality | NEWTOWN ST BOSWELLS | | Post town | Galashiels | | Postcode | TD6 0SA | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM91 Scottish Borders | | Local authority | Scottish Borders | | Electoral ward | Selkirkshire | | Westminster constituency | Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk | | Delivery location | TLM91 Scottish Borders | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TEAM FOR INCLUSION | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85321000 - Administrative social services ## Release History - 28 Aug 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537945 - 2 Jun 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN531576 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=8 2nd June 2025 - CB Guidance - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=9 2nd June 2025 - Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=10 2nd June 2025 - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=1 2nd June 2025 - ITT Instructions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=2 2nd June 2025 - FOI Exemption Request - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=3 2nd June 2025 - Privacy Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=4 2nd June 2025 - Forms and declaration - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=5 2nd June 2025 - Project Brief - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=6 2nd June 2025 - Quality Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JUN531576&idx=7 2nd June 2025 - CB Delivery Plan - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN531576 Learning Disability Service Needs Assessment - Scottish Borders Council on behalf of the joint Learning Disability Service is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender to deliver a comprehensive needs assessment for learning disability services within the Scottish Borders. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537945 Learning Disability Service Needs Assessment - Scottish Borders Council on behalf of the joint Learning Disability Service is seeking Bidder responses to this Invitation to Tender to deliver a comprehensive needs assessment for learning disability services within the Scottish Borders. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.scotborders.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000799980 - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/jedburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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