Semi Independent Accommodation and Support Framework Re-Opening – NEW APPLICANTS

What this is

Essex County Council is re-opening its Semi-Independent Accommodation and Support Framework to new applicants. The Council seeks experienced providers to deliver both accommodation and support for young people in care, separated migrant young people and, in some circumstances, families with children. Full details are in the specification available via the Council's e-sourcing portal, Proactis. A virtual Q&A drop-in session is offered on 19 March 2026 (2pm-3pm) for prospective providers.

Key points

• Framework re-opening for new applicants
• Providers must supply both accommodation and support
• Q&A drop-in session 19 March 2026 via MS Teams

Who can bid

Suitably experienced providers able to deliver both accommodation and support elements for young people in care, separated migrant young people, and some families with children.

How it is scored

No explicit quality/price weightings published; details are in the tender documentation on the Proactis portal.

Money

No estimated value stated in the notice.

How to submit

Tender documentation and submission via the Council's e-sourcing portal, Proactis. A virtual Q&A session is offered on 19 March 2026 (registration via a Microsoft form).

Clarifications

Virtual Q&A drop-in session via Microsoft Teams on 19 March 2026, 2pm-3pm; register via the Microsoft form link.

Classification

CPV 85000000 — Health and social work services EnglandEast of EnglandEssex