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title: "Thurrock Floating Support Service - Mental Health and Learning Disabilities"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c6bf"
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# Thurrock Floating Support Service - Mental Health and Learning Disabilities

Buyer: THURROCK COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c6bf

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064371-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2027 - 31 Mar 2032 |
| Recurrence | 2032-06-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,106,241 |
| Lots value | £1,106,241 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THURROCK COUNCIL |
| Locality | GRAYS |
| Post town | Romford |
| Postcode | RM17 6SL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH32 Thurrock |
| Local authority | Thurrock |
| Electoral ward | Grays Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Thurrock |
| Delivery location | TLH32 Thurrock |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85310000 - Social work services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 8 Jul 2026 at 15:07 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064371-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/064371-2026
  8th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.thurrock.gov.uk
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/thurrockcouncil/aspx/ProjectManage/1698
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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