Provision of Scottish Government Counselling in Schools

West Dunbartonshire Council is engaged in the award stage of a procurement process seeking an organisation to provide counselling services for secondary schools in West Dunbartonshire. The project, titled "Provision of Scottish Government Counselling in Schools", falls under the industry category of counselling services and is primarily located in the UKM81 region. The contract was signed on 25th March 2025, valued at £309,924, and has been awarded to Lifelink.

Key tender documents such as financial vetting, Police Scotland checks, and a declaration page were required from bidders as part of the submission process. This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in psychological support services, particularly those with qualified and accredited counsellors. Companies in this field can benefit from a long-term engagement in the public education sector, promoting positive emotional health and wellbeing among young learners.

The emphasis on supporting emotional health and crisis intervention indicates that businesses with robust systems for handling vulnerable youth and those equipped for rapid referrals to appropriate agencies would be well-suited to compete for such contracts. Regular clinically supervised sessions and accreditation from recognised bodies such as the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy are key requisites, ensuring high-quality service provision.