This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

14 Jun 2026 at 19:13

Tender

28 Nov 2025 at 16:51

Summary of the contracting process

Essex County Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Transforming Care Supported Living Projects" under the Competitive flexible procedure. The initiative, divided into two lots, aims to support the provision of care services in Datchworth Green, Hertfordshire, and in sites across North Essex. Key awards were made on 12th June 2026 with the contracts commencing on 1st August 2026, extending potentially until 31st July 2032. The industry category is primarily focused on Health and Social Work services, with the procurement adhering to the light-touch regime, and featuring an open procurement method. Each lot has a contract period extending over four years remaining renewable for additional two years.

These projects present considerable growth opportunities for businesses specialising in health and social care services, especially those capable of providing supported living arrangements. Large organisations such as Creative Support Limited and Voyage 1 Limited have shown interest, reflecting the demand and potential for expansive service provision. This tender is especially advantageous for businesses experienced in managing care facilities, ensuring compliance with relevant legal and safeguarding standards, and delivering high-quality services over a prolonged period. Businesses fitting these profiles can leverage this opportunity to further establish their footprint in the public care sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Transforming Care Supported Living Projects

Notice Description

Opportunity for Two projects for newly developed Transforming Care Supported Living Living Projects Lot 1 - Datchworth Green - Scheme for one individual to move to Datchworth Green (in Herts) Lot 2 - Core & Cluster - Scheme for up to 6 individuals across 3 site in close proximity in North Essex.

Lot Information

Datchworth Green

Renewal: Contract can be extended by up to 24 months.

Core & Cluster

Renewal: Contract can be extended by up to 24 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eb67
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055949-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£26,700,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£26,700,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
£15,730,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLH23 Hertfordshire CC, TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway

Local Authority
Chelmsford
Electoral Ward
Moulsham and Central
Westminster Constituency
Chelmsford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CREATIVE SUPPORT

VOYAGE 1

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