Contract notice
Section I: Contracting
authority
I.1) Name and addresses
South Lanarkshire College
College Way, Scottish Enterprise Technology Park,, East Kilbride
Glasgow
G75 0NE
UK
Contact person: Sue Hampshire
Telephone: +44 1355807780
E-mail: shampshire@apuc-scot.ac.uk
Fax: +44 1355807781
NUTS: UKM95
Internet address(es)
Main address: http://www.south-lanarkshire-college.ac.uk
Address of the buyer profile: https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00469
I.3) Communication
Access to the procurement documents is restricted. Further information can be obtained at:
www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
Additional information can be obtained from the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically to:
www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at:
www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Education
Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title
Assistive Support Needs Services for South Lanarkshire College
Reference number: SLC - 2026/38
II.1.2) Main CPV code
80340000
II.1.3) Type of contract
Services
II.1.4) Short description
Assistive support needs services for South Lanarkshire College Students.
II.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots:
No
II.2) Description
II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
80400000
79620000
80000000
II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code:
UKM95
Main site or place of performance:
South Lanarkshire College
College Way
Scottish Enterprise Technology Park
EAST KILBRIDE
G75 0NE
II.2.4) Description of the procurement
A single Supplier to provide educational learning support/ Assistive Support needs, for South Lanarkshire College students, this will require them to work one to one with students in or outwith the classroom.
This will enable students to progress and achieve on their courses by providing a range of support such as reading;notetaking;prompting;study skills and support in practical classes for those students who have a physical disability.
II.2.5) Award criteria
Criteria below:
Quality criterion: Service Delivery - Methodology
/ Weighting: 15:00
Quality criterion: Service Delivery - Quality Assurance
/ Weighting: 10:00
Quality criterion: Service Delivery - Continuous Improvement
/ Weighting: 5:00
Quality criterion: Key Personnel- Service Delivery Resource
/ Weighting: 5:00
Quality criterion: Operation and Management of the Agreement
/ Weighting: 12:00
Quality criterion: Responsible Procurement - Equality , Diversity & Inclusion
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Responsible Procurement - Wellbeing, Health & Safety
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Responsible Procurement - Community Benefits
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Responsible Procurement - Fair Work Practices
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Responsible Procurement - Workers Rights and Modern Slavery
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Responsible Procurement - Climate Change
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Data Protection Risks
/ Weighting: 3:00
Quality criterion: Cyber Security
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Business Continuity
/ Weighting: 2:00
Quality criterion: Phase Out & Exit Strategy
/ Weighting: 2:00
Price
/ Weighting:
30.00
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system
Duration in months: 36
This contract is subject to renewal: Yes
Description of renewals:
12 + 12 months extension period subject to performance.
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited
II.2.10) Information about variants
Variants will be accepted:
No
II.2.11) Information about options
Options:
Yes
Description of options:
Could potentially add the following services
Communication Support Worker - To provide accurate interpretation for students using British Sign Language. To provide appropriate communication strategies to enable deaf students to integrate into their peer group and engage with their learning.
British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreter: To provide BSL Interpreting for students in and outwith the classroom (SAAS Definition: Sign Language Interpreter)
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds:
No
II.2.14) Additional information
Utilising Schedule 3 - Procurement Reform Act (Scotland) 2014 - care and Support services - reduction of timescales to 21 days
Section III: Legal, economic, financial and technical information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions:
Suitability
Please complete “Suitability” in the Qualification Questionnaire in PCS-Tender.
Question 4A.1 Please complete the questions on relevant professional or trade registers. This information will be used to assess the Tenderer is enrolled in the relevant professional membership or trade register. A fail will result in elimination from the procurement exercise.
Pass = The Tenderer has provided all relevant professional or trade register documentation outlined in PCS-Tender and has demonstrated required membership.
Fail = The Tenderer has not provided the required relevant professional or trade register documentation outlined in PCS-Tender or has provided the information, but this does not correctly demonstrate the sufficient professional membership or trade register required.
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
List and brief description of selection criteria:
Please complete “Economic and Financial Standing” in the Qualification Questionnaire in PCS-Tender.
Question 4B.6 Please complete the questions on financial accounts and supporting information. Successful Tenderer’s will be required to provide two years of audited accounts or equivalent prior to award to the Agreement. This information will be used to assess the Tenderers economic and financial standing and is deemed a minimum standard and is mandatory. A fail will result in elimination from the procurement exercise.
Minimum level(s) of standards required:
Employers Liability – 5,000,000 GBP
Other Insurances
Professional Liability – 5,000,000 GBP
Product and Public Liability – 1,000,000 GBP
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
III.2) Conditions related to the contract
III.2.1) Information about a particular profession
Participation is reserved to a particular profession: Yes
Reference to the relevant law, regulation or administrative provision:
Qualifications - Learning Support Workers
Educated to SCQF Level 6 or above, as a minimum, including English
Knowledge
Understanding of and commitment to promoting equality and inclusion
Experience
Experience in the provision of support to individuals with a range of disabilities, which may include Specific Learning Difficulties, Mental Ill Health, an Autism Spectrum Condition, Sensory Impairments or Mobility Impairments
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to ensure a tactful and sensitive response to students Ability to establish clear boundaries in work practices with students Clear understanding of the importance of maintaining confidentiality
Other (depending on support required)
Excellent keyboard and IT skills
Commitment to ongoing CPD
Mental Health First Aid
Legislative Requirements
Equality Act (2010)
The General Data Protection Regulations 2018
The National Minimum Wage Regulations (1999) (or national equivalent)
The Working Time Regulations (1998) (or national equivalent)
The Health and Safety at Work Act (1974)
The Modern Slavery Act (2015)
III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
The Authority is responsible for contract and supplier management of the Agreement which will be undertaken through the use of various performance measures. The Contractor will be expected to work proactively with the Authority to implement and ensure effective contract delivery. Using defined Key Performance indicators (see ITT for further information)
III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract
Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description
IV.1.1) Type of procedure
Open procedure
IV.1.8) Information about Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement:
Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date:
12/08/2026
Local time: 12:00
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted
EN
IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender
Duration in months: 12 (from the date stated for receipt of tender)
IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders
Date:
12/08/2026
Local time: 12:00
Place:
South Lanarkshire College
College Way
Scottish Enterprise Technology Park
East Kilbride
G75 0NE
Section VI: Complementary information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement:
Yes
Estimated timing for further notices to be published:
potentially in 2031
VI.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used
Electronic invoicing will be accepted
Electronic payment will be used
VI.3) Additional information
In accordance with the Procurement Reform (Scotland) 2014, Schedule 3 -Procurement of Care and Support services will be used which will reduce the timings from 35 to 21 days.
The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 32361. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
A sub-contract clause has been included in this contract. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363
Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows:
Demonstrate your organisations approach to delivering community benefits or achieving social value through this Agreement, for example, by providing training opportunities, apprenticeships, subcontractor opportunities or investment in the local community.
(SC Ref:829637)
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body
Hamilton Sheriff Court
4 Beckford Street
Hamilton
ML3 0BT
UK
Telephone: +44 1698282957
E-mail: enquiries@scotcourts.gov.uk
Internet address(es)
URL: https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/courts-and-tribunals/courts-tribunals-and-office-locations/find-us/hamilton-sheriff-court/
VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures
Hamilton Sheriff Court
4 Beckford Street
Hamilton
ML3 0BT
UK
Telephone: +44 1698282957
E-mail: enquiries@scotcourts.gov.uk
VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
22/07/2026