Independent Advocacy (Adults)

North Lanarkshire Council has completed a public procurement process through an open procedure for the provision of Independent Advocacy Services for Adults, classified under guidance and counselling services. The contract was awarded to Equal Say, with the procurement process actively managed by North Lanarkshire Council, a regional or local authority based in Motherwell, United Kingdom. The contract will be in effect from 3rd March 2025 to 1st March 2030, providing a significant period for service delivery with quality being the primary award criterion.

This procurement was conducted in the region of North Lanarkshire (UKM84) and included a contract value of £3,507,405, signed on 17th December 2024. This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advocacy and counselling services. Firms that offer expertise in providing unbiased support and representation to adults within health and social care could benefit from engaging in such contracts.

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) like Equal Say, which possess the necessary capability to deliver high-quality advocacy services, are particularly well-placed to compete for similar contracts in the future. Furthermore, the open procedure indicates accessibility for a wide array of businesses, encouraging diverse participation in upcoming tenders, which could include components adhering to community benefits and public sector procurement policies.