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ESCC - MA - Children’s Advocacy and Independent Visitors

East Sussex County Council

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: East Sussex County Council

Buyer Address: East Sussex County Council, County Hall, St Anne's Crescent, Lewes, UKJ22, BN7 1UE, United Kingdom

Contact Name: East Sussex County Council ADMINISTRATOR

Contact Email: michelle.anderson@eastsussex.gov.uk

Contact Telephone: +447701394520

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
450000.0 GBP
Gross: 540000.0 GBP
Published
04 Mar 2026, 13:07
Deadline
08 Apr 2026, 10:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
85000000 - Health and social work services
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
Open Find a Tender

Description

East Sussex County Council are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced provider to deliver Children’s Advocacy and Independent Visiting Services for children and young people who are looked after by ESCC, care leavers, and those receiving social care services. The contract will start 01 August 2026 and will run for 3 years, with the option to extend for up to 2 years. Please note that the transfer of staff may apply.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019445-2026

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 450,000.00

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 540,000.00

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-08-01T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2029-07-31T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (80%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price (20%)

Documents

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