The Essex Carers Hub
- Buyer
- Essex County Council
- Value
- £12,500,000
- Closes
- 10 November 2026
- Where
- Chelmsford, the North East
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
Essex County Council is looking for a specialist support service provider to deliver help and advice to unpaid carers across Essex. The service will offer information, counselling, peer support groups, training, employment support, and grants (up to £300 each) to help carers maintain their wellbeing and quality of life.
What the buyer wants
• Provide specialist information, advice and guidance to unpaid carers aged 18 and over • Deliver coaching, counselling, peer support groups, training and employment support services • Administer a wellbeing grants scheme (around £500k per year budget) and act as a single point of contact for carers • Operate as a lead provider (you can work with partners) across Essex, with potential to expand to Southend-on-Sea and Thurrock
Likely requirements
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This contract is for specialist carers support delivery, not a trade: electricians, builders, cleaners and most tradespeople will be disqualified unless they operate a social care or community support business. You will also need proven experience in carer support services and likely registered staff qualifications.
How to bid
This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.
How to write a tender response
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