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08 Jul 2026 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

Thurrock Council is currently overseeing an active procurement process for the provision of a floating support service aimed at residents in Thurrock with mental health challenges or learning disabilities. This tender, titled "Thurrock Floating Support Service - Mental Health and Learning Disabilities," falls under the category of social work services and other community services. The service is community-based, emphasizing preventive support to help residents maintain independent living and avoid homelessness. The procurement follows an open procedure method and is subject to specific UK procurement legislation, with tender submissions required electronically via In-tend. Interested parties should note the key dates: the enquiry period ends on 5th August 2026, the tender period closes on 14th August 2026, and the expected award period is set to conclude on 14th September 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specializing in social and community services, particularly those with experience in mental health and support for learning disabilities. Companies with a strong record in delivering community support and prevention services will find this procurement process well-suited to their capabilities. The contract carries a substantial value, offering a gross amount of £1,327,490, and includes the possibility of an optional twelve-month extension, making this an attractive long-term opportunity for service providers aiming to expand their footprint in the healthcare and social support sectors within the UK.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Thurrock Floating Support Service - Mental Health and Learning Disabilities

Notice Description

The Authority's requirement under this Contract is for the provision of a floating support service to residents of Thurrock with poor mental health and/or a learning disability. The service provides short term support (up to two years) supporting Thurrock residents with fluctuating needs, enabling them to live independently. The support is community based and focuses on prevention, supporting people to remain in their homes and preventing homelessness wherever possible. Further information can be found in the tender documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c6bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064371-2026
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
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

85310000 - Social work services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,106,241 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,106,241 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
2032-06-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THURROCK COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GRAYS
Postcode
RM17 6SL
Post Town
Romford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH32 Thurrock
Delivery Location
TLH32 Thurrock

Local Authority
Thurrock
Electoral Ward
Grays Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Thurrock

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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