School Counselling Service

Midlothian Council has completed the procurement process for a School Counselling Service, aimed at providing counselling to children and young people aged 10-18 years in Midlothian. The service is required to operate throughout the year and also outside regular school hours. The procurement followed an open procedure and was covered by the General Procurement Agreement (GPA).

A contract was awarded to MYPAS on 18 June 2025, valued at £1,536,477 GBP. The process aligns with CPV classification 85312320 for counselling services, and the contracting authority responsible is Midlothian Council, located in Dalkeith, UKM73. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in wellness, mental health, and youth services to collaborate with a regional authority like Midlothian Council.

Firms with strong service delivery capabilities, particularly those specialised in counselling and guidance for young people, are well-suited to compete for such opportunities. With emphasis on quality over price, scoring criteria included 90% quality and 10% price, highlighting an excellent opportunity for businesses with a focus on qualitative service provision to expand their client base and impact through public-sector partnerships.