---
title: "ESCC Care and Support at Elva Court"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069d2c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-20"
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# ESCC Care and Support at Elva Court

Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069d2c

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046277-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Feb 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Nov 2027 - 15 Nov 2032 |
| 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 | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LEWES |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN7 1UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Lewes |
| Electoral ward | Lewes Priory |
| Westminster constituency | Lewes |
| Delivery location | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 10:55 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046277-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046277-2026
  20th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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