Domiciliary Care and Wellbeing Service - Locality 2

Thurrock Council has announced a tender for the provision of "Domiciliary Care and Wellbeing Service - Locality 2" aimed at supporting adults under the Care Act 2014 to live independently. Situated in the regions of Aveley, South Ockendon, and Purfleet, the project calls for flexible, high-quality services with a gross value of £24,907,500. Classified under the "Social services" category, this procurement is currently at the tender stage, employing a Competitive Flexible procedure.

Key stages include a complete Invitation to Participate by 5th June 2026, followed by an Invitation to Tender for shortlisted suppliers. The procurement, supported by a legal framework under the UKPGA 2023/54, has its award period ending on 17th September 2026. The contract is set to begin on 1st November 2026 and conclude on 31st March 2035.

This tender presents substantial business growth opportunities for service providers in the social services sector, especially those familiar with or capable of adapting to domiciliary care models. Companies that excel in mobilisation, flexibility of care, social value commitments, and workforce recruitment are well-positioned to compete. The tender is particularly suitable for SMEs and VCSEs seeking to enhance their presence in the social care market.

With its emphasis on responsive, user-centric services and a procurement strategy that invites market engagement and innovative solutions, this opportunity is ideal for businesses aiming to collaborate closely with public authorities to improve community well-being.