Provision of an Independent Advocacy Service for Adults
Description: South Ayrshire Heath and Social Care Partnership requires a high-quality Independent Individual and Collective Advocacy Service in South Ayrshire for adults ages 16 years and over
Summary: South Ayrshire Council invites tenders for the provision of an Independent Advocacy Service for adults aged 16 and over, located in South Ayrshire, classified under health and social work services. The procurement process, currently in the tender stage, seeks an independent and professional service that supports both individual and collective advocacy needs under Scottish statutory requirements. The open procedure is utilised with electronic submission access. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 19th February 2026, and the contract, if awarded, will have an initial duration of 1,800 days with the possibility of renewal in November 2030. The project promises community benefits, emphasising targeted employment, training opportunities, SME development, and community engagement as per the Procurement Reform (Scotland) Act 2014.