Families First Neighbourhood Grants Programme 2026 to 2029

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Essex County Council intends to launch The Families First Neighbourhood Grants Programme (FFNGP) subject to completion of internal governance. Applications will be invited from voluntary and community sector organisations to deliver neighbourhood based targeted early intervention support for children, young people and families. The support will enable children and families to address challenges early, build resilience and achieve positive, sustainable outcomes. Organisations applying must clearly demonstrate how their project/programme will contribute to one or more of the following outcomes: * Safety, stability and consistent home routines. Children, young people and adults create predictable structure and provide physically and emotionally safe care. * Increased parental capacity. Parents and carers understand children's developmental needs, respond sensitively, and manage stress more effectively. * Children, young people and parents and carers develop and enjoy healthy, respectful and emotionally secure relationships. Children, young people and adults can communicate constructively, manage conflict without harm, and experience emotional safety. * Stronger community connection. Children, young people and adults feel less isolated, more supported and more able to engage in local activities and social networks. * Improved emotional wellbeing and resilience. Children, young people and parents and carers develop positive coping skills, confidence and emotional regulation. * Reduced escalation to statutory or specialist services. Earlier help will reduce re-referrals, crises and safeguarding concerns. For further information, please contact: candfcommissioning@essex.gov.uk

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Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bc67
Publication Source: Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059554-2026
Current Stage: Planning
All Stages: Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type: UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type: Standard
Procurement Category: Services
Procurement Method: Not Specified
Procurement Method Details: Not specified
Tender Suitability: 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: 24 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline: Not specified
Future Notice Date: 6 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Award Date: Not specified
Contract Period: 30 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence: Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059554-2026
24th June 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059530-2026
24th June 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

Notice URLs

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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