---
title: "Framework for Day Opportunities"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052131"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052131.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-23"
---

# Framework for Day Opportunities

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052131

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## Summary

Essex County Council, a public authority operating within the sub-central government, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Framework for Day Opportunities." This initiative aims to provide day opportunity services for adults with disabilities and older individuals. The procurement falls within the services category, specifically under daycare services, and follows a light-touch regime. Located in Chelmsford, United Kingdom, the framework agreement is expected to commence on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2030. Key dates include planned communication for a future notice by 1st March 2026 according to the most recent document published on 23rd May 2025. Businesses considering opportunities in regions classified as UKH3 are encouraged to observe the tender closely.

This tender presents a promising avenue for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to contribute to social care services. The framework agreement's focus on daycare services allows businesses with expertise in adult disability care and elderly support to establish long-term partnerships with Essex County Council. By engaging in this procurement process, companies can enhance their portfolio and expand their operations in the public sector. The planned status of this tender indicates potential future developments and opportunities for growth, especially for firms operating within or aspiring to enter this niche public service market.

## Notice

Framework to deliver day opportunity services for adults with disabilities and older people.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025892-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | TLH3 Essex |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85312100 - Daycare services

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 09:45 - PlanningUpdate - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025892-2025
- 23 May 2025 at 09:45 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025887-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025892-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025887-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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