COMMS-Family Advocacy Service for Bereaved Families following a Death in Prison Custody
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Published
05 Aug 2026
Description
The Scottish Government seeks to commission an independent Family Advocacy Service to provide specialist support and representation to families following the death of a loved one in prison custody. The service will be independent, trauma-informed, and rooted in advocacy principles, ensuring families are supported, heard, and empowered throughout complex post-death processes.
Scope
- Reference
- Case/799177
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
Scottish Government reserve the right to extend for up to two 12-month periods to a date no later than 31 July 2029.
- Main category
- services
- Contract locations
- Scotland
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| Quality | 80 | quality | — |
| — | 20 | price | — |
Submission & procedure
- Procedure
- Open procedure
Award details
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| Title | Type | Value | Published |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMS-Family Advocacy Service for Bereaved Families following a Death in Prison Custody | contract | — | 05 Aug 2026 |
| CT0863 - Independent Advocacy | contract | — | 30 May 2023 |