Tender

Invitation to Tender for Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy (IDVA)

BURY COUNCIL

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Tender

01 Aug 2025 at 08:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

In a recently active tender, Bury Council has announced an Invitation to Tender for the Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy (IDVA) service, classified under the Health and Social Work Services industry. This contract, valued at £800,000, is situated in England, UK, and follows an open procurement method, specifically an open procedure above threshold. The procurement process is in the Tender stage, with expressions of interest accepted until 5:00 pm on 26th August 2025, and bid submissions closing at 12:00 noon on 4th September 2025. Contractual services are set to commence on 9th November 2025 and conclude on 2nd November 2026, as Bury Council seeks to maintain safety and compliance under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs with expertise in health and social services. Organisations that specialize in providing support services to victims of domestic violence or abuse will find this contract particularly relevant, allowing them to expand their footprint in the public sector. Engaging in this contract could enhance the service provider's reputation and partnership network with local authorities, effectively contributing to community safety initiatives in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation to Tender for Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy (IDVA)

Notice Description

Bury has commissioned the current Independent Domestic Violence Advisors contract (IDVA) service since 2020. An independent domestic violence adviser is commonly known as an 'IDVA'. An IDVA's role is to support victims of domestic violence or abuse. These victims may be at high risk of harm or death from intimate partners, ex-partners or family members. The Role of an IDVA ensures that as a local authority Bury Council can keep residents safe and fulfil their duty under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 Issue Documentation via The Chest Friday 1st August 2025 Via the Chest/proactis portal Closing Date for Expressions of Interest 5.00 pm on Tuesday 26th August 2025 Via the Chest/proactis portal Closing time and date for submission of bids 12.00 noon on Thursday 4th September 2025 Via the Chest/proactis portal This is a lite touch procurement

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-42af6879-1439-49f1-aa9b-b7b264111020
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d662619-8e3d-47cb-9067-d0e7947d0aad
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Nov 2025 - 2 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BURY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BURY
Postcode
BL9 0EJ
Post Town
Bolton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bury
Electoral Ward
Bury East
Westminster Constituency
Bury North

Further Information

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