Provision of an Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Early Intervention and Recovery Support Service
- Buyer
- North Ayrshire Council
- Value
- £2,200,000
- Closes
- 28 October 2026
- Where
- Irvine, Scotland
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
North Ayrshire Council is looking for an organisation to deliver a drug and alcohol prevention, early intervention and recovery support service across the local authority area. This is a 3-year contract starting May 2027, with an option to extend for up to 2 years if performance is satisfactory.
What the buyer wants
• Provide prevention and early intervention services to help people avoid or reduce alcohol and drug use • Deliver recovery support services for people with existing alcohol and drug problems • Work with the local community and other agencies to address substance misuse issues
Likely requirements
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This contract requires specialist expertise in substance misuse prevention and recovery services. Most small tradework businesses (builders, electricians, cleaners) will not have the clinical background, staff qualifications, or relevant service delivery experience needed to win. You would need to be a registered health/social care provider or charity with proven delivery track record.
How to bid
This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.
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