Complex AWD Residential Framework reopening 2025

Essex County Council is seeking to re-open its Complex AWD Residential Framework, intended for services pertaining to adults with disabilities. This active procurement, classified under the CPV code 85000000 for health and social work services, follows an open procedure above the threshold to invite new applicants. The procurement is currently at the tender stage and features a significant contract value of £168,000,000.

The procurement process is relevant to a broad geographical location including the UK, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and even internationally. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 5th December 2025, with services set to commence from 1st March 2026 and run until 31st March 2027. This tender offers substantial business opportunities for providers of health and social work services, particularly those capable of handling complex residential frameworks for adults with disabilities.

While the framework does not specifically aim at SMEs or VCSEs, larger organisations with relevant experience and resources are well-positioned to compete in this open tender. The expansive framework not only enables expansion into various UK territories but also encourages international participation, offering a chance for organisations to showcase their capabilities on a significant platform managed by a reputable local governing authority. Companies equipped to provide comprehensive services in line with the specified requirements stand to gain from both the financial value and the extended contract duration.