Tender

ESCC - MA - Children's Advocacy and Independent Visitors

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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04 Mar 2026 at 13:07

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Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is inviting bids for the provision of Children's Advocacy and Independent Visitor Services within the region of Lewes, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the Health and Social Work Services category and aims to support children and young people under the care of East Sussex County Council, care leavers, and those receiving social care services. As part of the procurement process, the council is conducting an open competition below the threshold, with the submission deadline set for 8th April 2026. Interested parties must submit their enquiries by 27th March 2026. The contract is due to commence on 1st August 2026 and will initially last for three years, with a possibility of a two-year extension.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in health and social work services, particularly Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs). Companies with suitable experience in advocacy and independent visiting for children could benefit from a three-year contract valued at approximately £450,000 GBP, with potential renewal extending it to 2031. Businesses should be prepared to meet specific insurance requirements to qualify for the contract. The focus on quality with a weighted criteria of 80%, compared to 20% for price, underscores the importance of delivering high-quality services to enhance business credibility and growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ESCC - MA - Children's Advocacy and Independent Visitors

Notice Description

East Sussex County Council are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced provider to deliver Children's Advocacy and Independent Visiting Services for children and young people who are looked after by ESCC, care leavers, and those receiving social care services. The contract will start 01 August 2026 and will run for 3 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years. Please note that the transfer of staff may apply.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A possible extension of up to 24 months will be included in the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066202
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019445-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEWES
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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