--- title: "Independent Advocacy Services for Adults 16+" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-22" --- # Independent Advocacy Services for Adults 16+ Buyer: MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619.json) ## Summary Midlothian Council is in the planning stage for procuring independent advocacy services for adults aged 16 and over in Midlothian. This planned tender targets the provision of advocacy services under the category of general public services, specifically aimed at supporting adults with mental health conditions, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities, including older adults. The procurement process is set to advance with a future notice date marked for 24 June 2026, and interested parties should register their interest by 17 June 2026. This initiative is led by Midlothian Council, situated in Dalkeith, and falls under the legal basis of CELEX with classifications within the CPV scheme, emphasizing services in the locale of Midlothian (UKM73). This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in healthcare and social services to expand their offerings and contribute to community advocacy. Companies experienced in delivering both individual and collective advocacy services are well-suited to engage with this procurement process. It is particularly ideal for organisations with expertise in supporting individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges, allowing such entities to demonstrate their capability in empowering service users and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Engagement with this tender can enhance business visibility and foster relationships with local authorities, paving the way for significant growth within the sector. ## Notice Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership requires independent advocacy services for adults aged 16 and over across Midlothian. ### Lot Information Independent advocacy service for adults aged 16 and over with a mental health condition. The Provider will deliver independent advocacy for adults aged 16 and over with a mental health condition, including dementia, and adults with physical disabilities, including older adults. This will include both individual advocacy and collective advocacy provision. The service will support individuals to understand and exercise their rights, express their views, and participate in decisions about their care or treatment, or where there is an involvement in statutory processes. Independent advocacy service for adults aged 16 and over with a learning disability The Provider will deliver independent advocacy for adults aged 16 and over with a learning disability, including both individual advocacy and collective advocacy provision. The service will support individuals to understand and exercise their rights, express their views, and participate in decisions about their care and treatment, in line with statutory duties and national guidance from the Scottish Independent Advocacy Alliance. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554403 | | Notice type | OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) | | 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 | 22 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 24 Jun 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | MIDLOTHIAN COUNCIL | | Locality | DALKEITH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH22 1DN | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM11 East Lothian and Midlothian | | Local authority | Midlothian | | Electoral ward | Dalkeith | | Westminster constituency | Midlothian | | Delivery location | TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85300000 - Social work and related services - 85310000 - Social work services ## Release History - 22 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F21 - Social And other Specific Services (Public Contracts) - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554403 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR554403 Independent Advocacy Services for Adults 16+ - Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership requires independent advocacy services for adults aged 16 and over across Midlothian. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.midlothian.gov.uk - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=829619 - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000829619 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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