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

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  "date": "2026-03-10T17:01:35Z",
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    "description": "Essex County Council is seeking to secure suitably experienced providers to deliver an effective, efficient and reliable Semi-Independent Accommodation and support. The Council is required to provide support and accommodation to young people in care, separated migrant young people, and in some circumstances, families with children. Prospective candidates are also advised that they will be required to provide both the accommodation and support elements of this service, full details of which are provided within the specification which forms part of the tender documentation for this procurement and can be accessed via the Council's e-sourcing portal, Proactis.\nThe Authority has also organised a virtual Q&A drop-in session via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 19th March 2026: 2pm – 3pm aimed at prospective / new providers.\nTo register your interest and request an invite to this virtual event, please fill out the attached Microsoft form at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/k71mjMhxwf",
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        "name": "Ms Hazel Clink",
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  "description": "This procurement will be undertaken under the FTS Open Procedure.",
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