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A017PC IRN 2026 - New entrants to the Framework

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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02 Mar 2026 at 16:38

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Essex County Council involves a tender titled "A017PC IRN 2026 - New entrants to the Framework," primarily targeting the social work services with accommodation industry. The procurement falls under the services category and is conducted through an open procedure method. The tender, which is divided into three lots, offers opportunities to provide care in residential settings, both with and without nursing, for adults aged 65 and over. The process commenced on 2nd March 2026, with the tender period closing on 3rd March 2026 at 9:00 AM. Submissions are to be made electronically or in written format, with a contract period spanning 1,800 days. The procurement is taking place in the UKH3 region, offering significant engagement for potential suppliers within this industry.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in social care services. Essex County Council is seeking suppliers who can deliver quality services, with evaluation criteria composed of factors such as quality, climate and social value, and price. The framework is inclusive of multiple lots, allowing organisations to bid for one or several, which can cater to a range of business sizes and capabilities. Given the substantial contract value of £1.57 billion, businesses that excel in social care services with accommodation are encouraged to participate, potentially growing their market presence and establishing long-term partnerships with regional authorities like Essex County Council and Integrated Care Boards. Businesses equipped to deliver high-quality care, focused on sustainability, and competitive pricing should consider engaging in this procurement process for expansive growth opportunities.

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Notice Title

A017PC IRN 2026 - New entrants to the Framework

Notice Description

This tender is a reopening of the Integrated Residential and Nursing framework agreement from 2025 (ref:2025/S 000-018377). It is formed of two call-off contracts, one using ECC terms and conditions and the other using NHS Terms and conditions. This framework is broken down into 3 lots, suppliers are able to bid for inclusion on one or multiple lots. Lot 1 -Care in a residential setting without nursing for Social Care funded Adults predominantly but not exclusively aged 65 and over commissioned by ECC using ECC terms and conditions, this will be operated using a Preferred Supplier ranked List Lot 2 - Care in a residential setting with nursing for Social Care funded Adults predominantly but not exclusively aged 65 and over, this will be operated using a Preferred Supplier ranked List Lot 3 - Care in a residential setting with nursing for NHS funded Adults predominantly but not exclusively aged 65 and over, commissioned by ICBs using NHS terms and conditions, this will be operated using a preferred supplier ranked list.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Lot 1 is for Care in a residential setting without nursing for Social Care funded Adults. These adults are predominantly but not exclusively aged 65 and over. It is commissioned by ECC using ECC terms and conditions, this will be operated using a Preferred Supplier ranked List

Lot 2

Lot 2 is for care in a residential setting with nursing for Social Care funded Adults predominantly but not exclusively aged 65 and over. This will be operated using a Preferred Supplier ranked List.

Lot 3

Lot 3 is for care in a residential setting with nursing for NHS funded Adults predominantly but not exclusively aged 65 and over, commissioned by ICBs using NHS terms and conditions. This will be operated using a preferred supplier ranked list.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066027
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018646-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
£1,570,000,000 £1B-£10B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MID AND SOUTH ESSEX INTEGRATED CARE

SUFFOLK AND NORTH EAST ESSEX INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

WEST ESSEX AND HERTS INTEGRATED CARE BOARD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHELMSFORD
Postcode
CM1 1QH
Post Town
Chelmsford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH62 Ipswich
Delivery Location
TLH3 Essex

Local Authority
Ipswich
Electoral Ward
Gipping
Westminster Constituency
Ipswich

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