Planning

Framework for Day Opportunities

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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PlanningUpdate

23 May 2025 at 09:45

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Planning

23 May 2025 at 09:45

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Essex County Council, a public authority operating within the sub-central government, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Framework for Day Opportunities." This initiative aims to provide day opportunity services for adults with disabilities and older individuals. The procurement falls within the services category, specifically under daycare services, and follows a light-touch regime. Located in Chelmsford, United Kingdom, the framework agreement is expected to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2030. Key dates include planned communication for a future notice by 1st March 2026 according to the most recent document published on 23rd May 2025. Businesses considering opportunities in regions classified as UKH3 are encouraged to observe the tender closely.

This tender presents a promising avenue for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to contribute to social care services. The framework agreement's focus on daycare services allows businesses with expertise in adult disability care and elderly support to establish long-term partnerships with Essex County Council. By engaging in this procurement process, companies can enhance their portfolio and expand their operations in the public sector. The planned status of this tender indicates potential future developments and opportunities for growth, especially for firms operating within or aspiring to enter this niche public service market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for Day Opportunities

Notice Description

Framework to deliver day opportunity services for adults with disabilities and older people.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052131
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025892-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

85312100 - Daycare services

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 Mar 20266 days to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 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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