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Provision of School Based Therapeutic Intervention Service - Play/Art/Creative Therapy

Description: The requirement is for a therapeutic intervention service for children and young people, between the ages of 5 - 14 years. In line with the principles of GIRFEC , the Council is committed to promoting, supporting and nurturing children and young people's mental health and well-being. The Council also has a commitment to trauma responsive approaches and practice. The service provider must be able to demonstrate their own commitment to trauma informed practice and GIRFEC principles. The Service will complement existing supports and will be one of many interventions available to support children and young people.

Summary: East Lothian Council is seeking experienced service providers for the provision of a school-based therapeutic intervention service for children aged 5-14. The tender focuses on counselling services classified under CPV 85312320 and is part of the community benefits regime. It is based in East Lothian, UK, and aligns with the principles of GIRFEC, promoting children and young people's mental health. The procurement is in the 'tender' stage, with an open procedure method, and submissions must be made electronically by 12:00 on 3rd August 2026. The contract spans three years with a possible 12-month extension. The buyer is East Lothian Council, operating through Scotland Excel.

Provision of School Based Therapeutic Intervention Service - Play/Art/Creative Therapy

Description: The requirement is for a therapeutic intervention service for children and young people, between the ages of 5 - 14 years. In line with the principles of GIRFEC , the Council is committed to promoting, supporting and nurturing children and young people's mental health and well-being. The Council also has a commitment to trauma responsive approaches and practice. The service provider must be able to demonstrate their own commitment to trauma informed practice and GIRFEC principles. The Service will complement existing supports and will be one of many interventions available to support children and young people.

Summary: East Lothian Council is initiating an open tender process for the "Provision of School Based Therapeutic Intervention Service – Play/Art/Creative Therapy." This initiative focuses on delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people aged 5 to 14, in line with GIRFEC principles and trauma-informed practices. The procurement falls under the services category and is located in the East Lothian Council area, UKM73. The tender's submission deadline is 3rd August 2026, with electronic submissions accepted via the Public Contracts Scotland website. This tender is currently in the Tender stage, and contracts are expected to be awarded starting from 3rd August 2026. The overall contract period is three years, with a potential extension of up to twelve months.

Midlothian Snowsports Centre Chairlift

Description: Midlothian Snowsports Centre seeks proposals for the design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a fixed-grip two-seater chairlift to replace the existing chairlift.

Summary: Midlothian Council is currently in the planning stage for a public procurement project aimed at upgrading the Midlothian Snowsports Centre. The project involves the design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a fixed-grip two-seater chairlift to replace the existing infrastructure at the centre located in Edinburgh, EH10 7DU. This procurement falls under the works category and involves construction work related to ski lifts and winter-sports facilities. Interested parties should note that this is a planned project, with a future notice date identified as the 7th of August 2026. This procurement process is governed by the CELEX Directive 32014L0024 and is covered by the GPA agreement.

Midlothian Snowsports Centre Chairlift

Description: Midlothian Snowsports Centre seeks proposals for the design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of a fixed-grip two-seater chairlift to replace the existing chairlift.

Summary: Midlothian Council is planning a procurement process for the Midlothian Snowsports Centre Chairlift project, which involves the design, manufacture, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a new fixed-grip two-seater chairlift. The project is categorized under general public services within the works industry and is scheduled to be executed at the Midlothian Snowsports Centre in Edinburgh. The current stage is planning, with the future notice expected on 7th August 2026. This procurement process is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) and adheres to the legal basis set by CELEX.

Foundation Apprenticeship in Business Skills

Description: Midlothian Council seeks to appoint an accredited Provider to deliver, assess, verify and result learners for the Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeship in Business Skills.

Summary: Midlothian Council is inviting bids for their "Foundation Apprenticeship in Business Skills" initiative, seeking an accredited provider to deliver and assess Level 6 Foundation Apprenticeship in Business Skills. This procurement process falls under the services category, with a focus on the education sector. Located in the region of UKM73, the procurement follows an open procedure for tender submissions, which are accepted electronically. The tender period ends on 23rd July 2026 at 12:00 pm, and the award period begins immediately on the same date. The total contract value is £80,000, covering a 360-day contract duration without renewal options.

Unpaid Carer Support Service

Description: Midlothian Council are seeking expressions of interest from Providers with experience of delivering a carer support service to unpaid carers.

Summary: Midlothian Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for an "Unpaid Carer Support Service" in the health and social work services category. This initiative is designed to support unpaid carers in the UKM73 region. Key activities are underway, with a provider event anticipated in August 2026, while the process is expected to conclude with services in place by 1 April 2027. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest via the Public Contracts Scotland portal. The procurement adheres to legal basis 32014L0024 and addresses responsibilities outlined in the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016, with the next procedural update scheduled for 7 September 2026.

Unpaid Carer Support Service

Description: Midlothian Council are seeking expressions of interest from Providers with experience of delivering a carer support service to unpaid carers.

Summary: Midlothian Council is initiating a tender process for the "Unpaid Carer Support Service" located in Dalkeith, UKM73. This planned tender is under the "services" procurement category and is in the planning stage, with a suggested provider event anticipated in August 2026. Interested providers should note the future notice date of 7th September 2026. This process is aimed at commissioning services to begin by April 2027. The Council seeks providers experienced in delivering care support services to unpaid carers, aligning with the responsibilities outlined in the Carers (Scotland) Act 2016 and the Midlothian IJB Unpaid Carers Strategy for 2025-28.

Portable Appliance Testing

Description: East Lothian Council (ELC) requires a contract for Portable Appliance Testing. Its core purpose is to procure a competent contractor to carry out the inspection, testing, and minor repair of portable electrical equipment across a wide range of council-owned properties.

Summary: East Lothian Council, a regional authority in Haddington, East Lothian, is currently in the tender stage for a public procurement contract titled "Portable Appliance Testing." This tender, processed through an open procedure, is active and pertains to the category of technical inspection and testing services within the services industry. The main purpose is to hire a competent contractor to conduct inspections, testing, and minor repairs of portable electrical equipment across various council-owned properties, including schools and community centres. The tender process is managed by Scotland Excel, acting on behalf of East Lothian Council, although they will not participate in the contract's management. Submission of electronic responses is due by 17th July 2026, at 12:00 PM, with the contract potentially extending for up to five years if renewal options are exercised.

Portable Appliance Testing

Description: East Lothian Council (ELC) requires a contract for Portable Appliance Testing. Its core purpose is to procure a competent contractor to carry out the inspection, testing, and minor repair of portable electrical equipment across a wide range of council-owned properties.

Summary: The East Lothian Council is seeking a competent contractor to manage the Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) for a range of properties owned by the council. The tender, titled "Portable Appliance Testing," falls under the general public services category and is part of the active tender stage. It involves inspecting, testing, and carrying out minor repairs on portable electrical equipment across properties such as schools, offices, and community centres. The procurement process follows the open procedure, with electronic submissions accepted until 17th July 2026. Located in East Lothian, this opportunity is governed by the procurement methods set out by Scotland Excel on behalf of East Lothian Council but excludes the direct management of the contract.

External Audit - Queen Margaret University

Description: Queen Margaret University is seeking a company to supply External Audit Services

Summary: Queen Margaret University is inviting tenders for the provision of external audit services under a procurement exercise conducted via PCS-Tender. This tender, identified by the project code '32108', is active and in the tender stage. The procurement focuses on financial auditing services, with the audit covering Queen Margaret University and QMU Enterprises Ltd., and taking into account the joint venture with The Edinburgh Innovation Park Joint Venture Company Ltd. The contract spans an initial three-year period, covering fiscal years 2026/27 to 2028/29, and includes possible extensions of up to two additional years. Located in Musselburgh, Edinburgh, the deadline for tender submission is set for 17 July 2026, and the process follows an open procedure, allowing for electronic submissions.