Community Link Network Development

North Ayrshire Council, acting on behalf of the North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership, is in the planning stage of a procurement process for the development of a Community Link Network Service. This service focuses on social work and related services, specifically targeting adults aged between 18 and 65 with learning disabilities. The procurement is classified under the CPV code 85300000 and involves creating networks in the Garnock Valley and Stevenston areas of North Ayrshire, UK.

Interested service providers must express their interest by completing a questionnaire and submitting it by 13 June 2025. A more detailed future notice is expected to be issued on 1 September 2025. The estimated contract value is £507,695.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social and community services to expand their operations within North Ayrshire. Organisations with experience in managing community-based support services and facilitating social inclusion for individuals with learning disabilities would find this opportunity particularly relevant. By participating in this tender, businesses can collaborate with local authorities to contribute to enhancing community engagement and independence for service users, opening avenues for long-term partnership and service innovation in the health and social care sector.