Planning

Thistley Green

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 09:35

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Essex County Council is planning a procurement process for the "Thistley Green" project, aimed at identifying a care provider to deliver services to 11 adults with complex care needs. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically in social work services with accommodation, and is set in the UKH3 region of the United Kingdom. The process is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice expected by 1st July 2025. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st February 2026 and will end on 31st January 2030. This initiative is part of a light-touch procurement regime, indicating a focus on flexibility in this outsourcing endeavour. The procurement offers opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), given their suitability highlighted for this lot.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in complex care services and a capacity for providing social work services that include accommodation. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate due to the inclusive suitability criteria, offering them a strong growth potential through long-term service provision. Companies that specialise in healthcare and social services might find this tender particularly attractive, offering a chance to expand their operational footprint within Essex and establish enduring partnerships with local government authorities. With ample time for preparation before the official notice, potential bidders can refine their strategies and capabilities to meet the tender requirements effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Thistley Green

Notice Description

Procurement of a care provider to deliver services to 11 adults placed at the Thistley Green service. This opportunity will be for providers with expertise in complex care.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052116
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025856-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement.adults@essex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH36 Heart of Essex
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex
Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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