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title: "Provision of Speech and Language Therapy Support Services"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL"
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# Provision of Speech and Language Therapy Support Services

Buyer: GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000824556

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## Summary

Glasgow City Council is in the planning stage for the procurement of Speech and Language Therapy Support Services, aimed at enhancing the educational experience of children and young people in nursery and primary schools across Glasgow (region UKM82). The contract, valued at £800,000, falls under the category of 'General public services' and is part of a broader initiative to complement NHS core services. The procurement process will leverage targeted strategies and universal approaches, with a focus on capacity building and early intervention. Critical deadlines include a future notice date set for 4th May 2026, indicating when the tender will be formally published for participation.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for organisations specialising in educational support and speech therapy services. Businesses with qualified Speech and Language Therapists registered with HCPC, education-focused SLT assistants, and communication support workers are highly encouraged to participate. Providers capable of conducting needs analysis, maintaining GDPR-compliant records, and delivering flexible, culturally sensitive services that align with GIRFEC principles will be well-positioned to compete. Companies that can offer innovative solutions to promote inclusive education and address speech and communication barriers in schools will find this contract an excellent opportunity for growth and collaboration within the public sector.

## Notice

Glasgow City Council's Education Services seek a provider to deliver a Speech and Language Therapy support (SLT) service for children and young people in nursery and primary schools. This service will complement NHS core Speech and Language therapy provision and focus on capacity building, early intervention, and targeted support within educational settings. The service will operate across Glasgow's nursery and primary schools with a significant proportion of pupils may experience delayed speech, language, and communication development, impacting literacy and learning. NHS SLT services provide specialist clinical care, but schools require additional educationally-focused support to: Build staff capacity. Implement preventative strategies. Support vulnerable groups at risk of communication difficulties. Provide specific individual assessment, intervention and feedback around all areas of speech, language and communication support. The service will complement NHS SLT provision by focusing on educational environments and universal/targeted & specialist approaches.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Glasgow City Council's Education Services seek a provider to deliver a Speech and Language Therapy support (SLT) service for children and young people in nursery and primary schools. This service will complement NHS core Speech and Language therapy provision and focus on capacity building, early intervention, and targeted support within educational settings. The service will operate across Glasgow's nursery and primary schools with a significant proportion of pupils may experience delayed speech, language, and communication development, impacting literacy and learning. NHS SLT services provide specialist clinical care, but schools require additional educationally-focused support to: - Build staff capacity. - Implement preventative strategies. - Support vulnerable groups at risk of communication difficulties. - Provide specific individual assessment, intervention and feedback around all areas of speech, language and communication support. The service will complement NHS SLT provision by focusing on educational environments and universal/targeted & specialist approaches. It will include: Universal Role - All Children Training and Professional Learning for teachers and support staff on: - Speech and language development milestones. - Classroom strategies to support communication. Development of resources for schools to promote speech, language, and communication skills. Awareness sessions for parents/carers on supporting communication at home. Advice on identification of children who may require specialist SLT referral. ---------------------------------------------------------- Targeted Role - Vulnerable Groups: -Support for groups at risk of language delay (e.g., SIMD 1 & 2, EAL learners). -Environmental adaptations in classrooms to promote communication. -Group interventions for children with mild/moderate delays (non-clinical). -Joint planning and co-working with school staff and NHS SLT teams. -Parent workshops to build capacity for home support. --------------------------------------------------------- Specialist Liaison:- -Specialist assessment & interventions for children with speech, language & communication concerns. -Collaboration with NHS SLT for children with formal SLT involvement. -Integration of SLT strategies into school routines. -Support for implementation of SLT programmes by school staff. ---------------------------------------------------------- Service Delivery:- -Delivered in-school during term time, with flexibility for holiday programmes if required. Providers must: -Conduct needs analysis with schools. -Agree referral and access protocols. -Maintain GDPR-compliant records. -Provide bi-annual reports to the local authority. --------------------------------------------------------- Staff Requirements Providers must have: -Qualified Speech and Language Therapists registered with HCPC. -Education-focused SLT Assistants or Communication Support Workers. -An Operational Manager for governance and quality assurance. All staff must: -Hold PVG clearance. -Complete continuous professional development. -Comply with local authority child protection policies -Comply with all data protection legislation ----------------------------------------------------------- The service will: -Align with Getting It Right for Every Child (GIRFEC) principles. -Support inclusive education and closing the attainment gap. -Be flexible, culturally appropriate, and inequalities-sensitive, addressing barriers faced by families in areas of deprivation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550232 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 4 May 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 1DU |
| 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 East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550232

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB550232
  Provision of Speech and Language Therapy Support Services - Glasgow City Council's Education Services seek a provider to deliver a Speech and Language Therapy support (SLT) service for children and young people in nursery and primary schools. This service will complement NHS core Speech and Language therapy provision and focus on capacity building, early intervention, and targeted support within educational settings. The service will operate across Glasgow's nursery and primary schools with a significant proportion of pupils may experience delayed speech, language, and communication development, impacting literacy and learning. NHS SLT services provide specialist clinical care, but schools require additional educationally-focused support to: Build staff capacity. Implement preventative strategies. Support vulnerable groups at risk of communication difficulties. Provide specific individual assessment, intervention and feedback around all areas of speech, language and communication support. The service will complement NHS SLT provision by focusing on educational environments and universal/targeted & specialist approaches.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.glasgow.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=824556
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824556

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