Planning

ESCC Care and Support at Elva Court

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

20 May 2026 at 10:55

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council is planning a procurement process titled "ESCC Care and Support at Elva Court" under the industry category of health and social work services. The contract is intended for the provision of care and support at Elva Court in Bexhill, East Sussex. This location provides short and long-term support to individuals facing mental distress. The procurement process is at the planning stage and is slated to be an open tender, potentially subject to change post-assessment. Key dates include a planned contract start date on 16 November 2027, with a maximum contract period ending on 15 November 2034. The procurement falls under a light-touch regime and will be above threshold, with future notice anticipated by 1 February 2027.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the health and social work sector looking to expand their portfolio in the care and support domain. Given its classification under light-touch procurement and open procedure, both SMEs and VCSEs can find this an accessible opportunity. The scope involves working closely with residents to tailor their care plans, making it suitable for providers that excel in person-centred care and support strategies. With the contract's potential for renewal, providers have the prospect of long-term collaboration with East Sussex County Council, paving the way for sustainable business growth.

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Notice Title

ESCC Care and Support at Elva Court

Notice Description

A new contract for the provision of care and support at Elva Court in Bexhill, East Sussex is required to start 16 November 2027. Elva Court provides both short and long term support for people experiencing mental distress. The building consists of 14 self-contained flats, each with its own kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. The staff work alongside each resident to agree a care plan tailored to meet each individual's needs. Staff support each individual to lead their own care and support and to achieve their own personal goals, which could include: finding employment, gaining work experience or building their skills and confidence. The procurement process proposed is a light touch open tender, however this may change following the procurement options assessment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069d2c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046277-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Feb 20279 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Nov 2027 - 15 Nov 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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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