Intensive Support - Children / Young People (Highland)

The Highland Council is conducting a procurement process through an open procedure for an Intensive Support Service aimed at Children and Young People, located in the Highland region (UKM6). This tender focuses on the health and social work services industry, with a procurement category of services, specifically designed to provide practical and emotional support, risk management, and assistance in various aspects of wellbeing and development. The process is at the tender stage, with important dates being the tender submission deadline on 20th March 2026, and the contract period running from 1st October 2026 to 31st March 2030.

The total value of the contract is £909,316 GBP, and community benefits such as Fair Working Practices and Environmental Benefits are considered within the evaluation criteria. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in children's welfare and social work services. Companies experienced in delivering comprehensive support to young individuals and their guardians, particularly those adept at managing risks associated with criminal exposure and social challenges, will find this tender highly relevant.

The requirement specifies a strong emphasis on quality, accounting for 90% of the award criteria, with a minor focus on price. Engaging in this contract could enable businesses to expand their footprint in public sector procurement, leverage community benefits, and pioneer innovative solutions to support vulnerable demographics effectively. With its open and recurring nature, it is well-suited for organisations committed to impactful social work services.