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Staying Close

Awarded to THE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY (SERVICES) LIMITED

Essex County Council(buyer)

Published
Published 23 July 2026

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Overview

Essex County Council has awarded a contract for a specialist intensive coaching service to deliver the Staying Close programme for children in care and care leavers aged 16–25 with complex needs. The service provides relationship-based, trauma-informed coaching and practical support for up to 25 hours per week over up to 18 months to improve stability and facilitate transitions into adulthood. The contract has been awarded to The Children's Society (Services) Limited.

Contracting authority

  • 2 live opportunities · 85 awarded contracts

    Chelmsford, United Kingdom

    GB-PPON: PWVM-4844-NRQH

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
In delivery
Procedure
Direct
SME suitable
Yes
Published
23 July 2026
Classification (CPV)
Welfare services for children and young people

Award outcome

Award date
30 June 2026
Contract period
21 September 2026 → 30 June 2027
Winner
  • THE CHILDREN'S SOCIETY (SERVICES) LIMITED

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  1. Contract

    22 September 2026

  2. Contract

    22 September 2026

  3. Contract

    23 July 2026

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