Community Support Service

What this is

Procurement of Adult Community Support Services across Learning Disability, Physical Disability and Mental Health client groups in North Ayrshire. Services will be delivered 24/7/365 in community settings including sleepovers and waking nights to adults aged 16+. Framework contract model with initial 2-year term plus two 2-year extension options.

Key points

• Framework contract for 6 years (2+2+2) with option to extend; re-opening July 2026 for final time
• Estimated value GBP 84.1 million across 6 lots; open procedure with no stated eligibility barriers
• 24/7/365 community-based support services for adults with learning disability, physical disability, and mental health needs
• Submission deadline 31 August 2026 via Public Tenders Scotland portal
• Flexible framework model; providers invited to join at 2-year break periods through formal tender

How to submit

Submit via Public Tenders Scotland portal at https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk by 31 August 2026 at 12:00 (UK time)

Contract period

Initial 2-year period followed by two further 2-year extension periods (total 6 years). Framework modified to run until July 2027 with option to extend until December 2027. Re-opening July 2026 for final time on this framework.

Classification

CPV 85000000 — Health and social work services 85000000 — Health and social work services North AyrshireScotland