HH250-25-HB Independent Advocacy Service for individuals who are engaged with NHS Highland Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service (DARS)

NHS Highland is conducting an open procurement process in alignment with NHS Scotland procurement guidelines to commission an Independent Advocacy Service for individuals engaged with the NHS Highland Drug and Alcohol Recovery Service, including those residing within HMP Inverness. Classified under compulsory social security services, this procurement exercise represents an active tender stage in the industry category of services. Interested businesses must submit their electronic responses by the closing date, 8th September 2025.

The procurement process, identified under ID HH250-25-HB, is estimated at a value of £600,000, addressing needs in the UKM6 region, specifically in Inverness. This tender offers substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in healthcare and social services, specifically those experienced with social security and related services, to expand their operational scope. Suitable companies include those capable of delivering specialised advocacy services and who can navigate the intricacies of healthcare systems within correctional and recovery environments.

By engaging in this process, businesses can benefit from long-term contracts and foster community development, as the tender integrates scored community benefits questions to enhance local socio-economic impacts.