Provision of a Children's Residential and Accommodation Framework (Re-open 2026)
Description: Southend-on-Sea City Council (SCC) is reopening the Children's Residential and Accommodation Framework. The Framework was originally established in September 2025. A description of each lot and applicable sub-lot is as set out below. Framework Lots: Lot 1: Residential Care Provision For children unable to reside with their family, providing care, support, and a nurturing environment. Below are the applicable sub-lots: a) Individual Placements (including Emergency and Crisis Care) b) Block Booking c) Bespoke Arrangements d) Respite Placements Lot 2: Supported Accommodation For 16-25-year-olds, offering housing with additional support services to help transition to independent living. This lot will encompass the previous Transitional Supported Housing services for 16-25-year-olds including young parents. Providing temporary housing with supportive services to help residents move towards and maintain permanent housing. Below are the (read more...)
Summary: Southend-on-Sea City Council is inviting businesses to submit bids for the reopening of its Children's Residential and Accommodation Framework, initially established in September 2025. This framework covers two primary lots: Residential Care Provision for children and Supported Accommodation for young people aged 16-25. The procurement process currently is in the tender stage, with submissions to be completed electronically via the council's e-procurement system, ProContract. Key dates include the tender period ending on 30th March 2026, with bids to be opened later that same day. This procurement, under the Health and social work services category, invites proposals from providers capable of delivering various services across Essex, in the region UKH31.