--- title: "Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Framework Re-Opening - NEW APPLICANTS" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2026-03-10" --- # Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Framework Re-Opening - NEW APPLICANTS Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0666bd.json) ## Summary 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. ## Notice 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021520-2026 | | 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 | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Mar 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 16 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 10 Mar 2026 at 17:01 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021520-2026 ## Notice URLs - https://forms.office.com/e/k71mjMhxwf - https://procontract.due-north.com/ - https://www.essex.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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