Planning

Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Framework Re-Opening - NEW APPLICANTS

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

10 Mar 2026 at 17:01

Summary of the contracting process

Essex County Council is planning a procurement process for the Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Framework, specifically for new applicants. This initiative falls under the Health and social work services category and is part of the council's commitment to providing essential support and accommodation to young people in care, separated migrant young people, and families with children. The procurement is currently at the planning stage and is set to proceed via the Open Procedure, as outlined by the FTS guidelines. Prospective providers can access detailed tender documentation via the Council's e-sourcing portal, Proactis. A virtual Q&A session is scheduled for 19th March 2026 from 2pm to 3pm, offering further insight into the requirements and registration can be completed through a Microsoft form. The location for delivery is UKH3, and the future notice date is anticipated for 17th April 2026.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in providing health and social work services, particularly those experienced in managing accommodation and support services for vulnerable populations. Businesses will benefit from engaging in a framework that promises reliable service demand and the chance to collaborate with a regional authority like Essex County Council. Companies that bring innovative solutions and efficiency to the table, ensuring effective support and accommodation, will have a competitive edge in this procurement process. The structure of the tender, facilitated through an open procedure, allows for businesses across the sector to compete fairly, fostering growth and expansion in aligning with the council’s objectives. The emphasis on delivering both accommodation and support services makes this an ideal opportunity for organisations equipped with the comprehensive resources and expertise to fulfil such integrated service demands.

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Notice Title

Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Framework Re-Opening - NEW APPLICANTS

Notice Description

Essex County Council is seeking to secure suitably experienced providers to deliver an effective, efficient and reliable Semi-Independent Accommodation and support. The Council is required to provide support and accommodation to young people in care, separated migrant young people, and in some circumstances, families with children. Prospective candidates are also advised that they will be required to provide both the accommodation and support elements of this service, full details of which are provided within the specification which forms part of the tender documentation for this procurement and can be accessed via the Council's e-sourcing portal, Proactis. The Authority has also organised a virtual Q&A drop-in session via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 19th March 2026: 2pm - 3pm aimed at prospective / new providers. To register your interest and request an invite to this virtual event, please fill out the attached Microsoft form at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/k71mjMhxwf

Lot Information

Lot 1

Essex County Council is seeking to secure suitably experienced providers to deliver an effective, efficient and reliable Semi-Independent Accommodation and support. The Council is required to provide support and accommodation to young people in care, separated migrant young people, and in some circumstances, families with children. Prospective candidates are also advised that they will be required to provide both the accommodation and support elements of this service, full details of which are provided within the specification which forms part of the tender documentation for this procurement and can be accessed via the Council's e-sourcing portal, Proactis.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021520-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
16 Apr 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
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)
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

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