Scope
Description
Specialist support services for adoptive and kinship families. This may include but is not limited to training, therapeutic interventions and specialist assessments.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2030
- 4 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKH3 - Essex
Engagement
Engagement deadline
12 December 2025
Engagement process description
Essex County Council invites you to attend a market engagement event to update you on the future of adoption and kinship specialist support services.
Date: 08/12/2025
Time: 10:30 - 12
Location: Microsoft Teams
In this session we will:
• Share details of the upcoming procurement process and the new framework structure
• Explain the changes and adaptations we've introduced to improve service delivery and flexibility
• Gather feedback to refine our requirements
To reserve a place or express interest if you are unable to attend, please confirm on behalf of your organisation by emailing Isabelle.clarke@essex.gov.uk and jake.berridge@essex.gov.uk with the following details:
• Organisation name
• Name(s) of attendee(s)
• Contact email address
RSVP by Friday 5th December at 12 noon.
We look forward to your participation and valuable input.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Essex County Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWVM-4844-NRQH
County Hall, Market Road
Chelmsford
CM1 1QH
United Kingdom
Email: isabelle.clarke@essex.gov.uk
Region: UKH36 - Heart of Essex
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government