Estimated Value
Not specified
Deadline
Not specified
Published
2 October 2026
Type
services
Overview
This contract is for providing representation and engagement of protected characteristics and the wider third sector within Dumfries and Galloway. This contract is for a local Service providing representation and engagement of protected characteristics and the wider third sector within Dumfries and Galloway.
This commission will enable partner organisations to work together towards a Dumfries and Galloway where diversity is respected and celebrated, with everyone feeling safe and included. The Commission will also support Dumfries and Galloway Council to complete Impact Assessments and other Statutory Duties that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
Additional information: This Prior Information Notice is issued for information gathering and market engagement purposes only. The publication of this notice does not constitute a call for competition, a commitment to commence a procurement process, or a commitment to award any contract. Information gathered through this exercise may be used to inform Procurement strategy.
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- Equality Act 2010
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This notice is about hiring a service to represent and engage people with protected characteristics and the wider third‑sector community in Dumfries and Galloway. The provider will help the Council work with partners, promote diversity and support statutory Equality Act 2010 duties such as impact assessments.
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Turning Point Scotland Services Ltd
1 contract wonlatest 20 Apr 2026£1m
total awarded
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Dumfries and Galloway CouncilKey Dates
Published
2 October 2026
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Notice type
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