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    ContractsIndependent Advocacy Services for Adults Aged 16 and Over
    Closed contract

    Independent Advocacy Services for Adults Aged 16 and Over

    Contract value
    £1.1m
    Closed 24 Aug 2026

    Midlothian Council is contracting independent advocacy services to support adults aged 16+ in understanding their rights and making informed decisions.

    🇬🇧United Kingdom· ScotlandPublished 21 Jul 2026· 2 months agoviaFind a Tender
    Contract value
    £1.1m
    Closed 24 Aug 2026
    Tender deadline passed on 24 Aug 2026.

    Decision brief

    4 fields
    • Contract value
      est.£1,061,778
      Pounds sterling
    • Tender closed
      24 Aug 2026
      4 weeks ago
    • Sector
      Social Care
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    • Location
      🇬🇧United Kingdom
      Scotland

    Lifecycle

    Closed

    Tender closed on 24 Aug 2026. Awaiting award.

    21 Jul 2026Today24 Aug 2026

    Brief

    Midlothian Council is seeking qualified providers to deliver independent advocacy services for adults aged 16 and older. This contract opportunity involves providing impartial support and representation to help adults navigate services, understand their rights, and make informed decisions. The council may establish one or multiple contracts with providers who can demonstrate expertise in advocacy, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with vulnerable adults. Potential suppliers should have experience in the advocacy sector, relevant qualifications, and the capacity to provide person-centered support across various settings. This is a key opportunity for organizations committed to empowering adults and promoting their independence and wellbeing.

    Track record

    1 award · 1 winner
    Thin record

    Only 1 prior award here — too little to read.

    In this category, Midlothian Council has awarded 1 contract to 1 supplier.

    Who wins here
    1. ACTION FOR CHILDREN1× · 100%

    Across this category, the most active winners are CARE LINE HOMECARE LIMITED, SPRINGFIELD HOME CARE SERVICES LIMITED, Roche Diagnostics Ltd — the field to beat, or your route in as a partner.

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    Original closed notice on the publisher's site

    Publisher
    UK Cabinet Office
    Licence
    OGL v3.0
    Source
    find-tender.service.gov.uk
    Record ID
    ocds-h6vhtk-068891
    MC
    Buyer
    Midlothian Council
    Sector
    Social Care