Tender

ESCC SS - Domestic Abuse Refuge Service in East Sussex

EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

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12 May 2021 at 08:17

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12 May 2021 at 06:28

Tender

10 May 2021 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The East Sussex County Council is currently seeking a strategic partner to provide the "Domestic Abuse Refuge Service" in East Sussex. This service aims to offer safe accommodation and support for individuals at risk of or fleeing from domestic abuse, enabling them to regain control over their lives. The procurement is in the tender stage and will remain open until 21st June 2021, with proposals submitted electronically through the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. The estimated contract value is approximately £6.16 million, spanning from 1st November 2021 to 31st October 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialised in social work and accommodation services, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can demonstrate expertise in providing safe living environments and supportive services for vulnerable individuals will find this tender especially relevant. Participation in this procurement process could enhance business development while contributing positively to the community's welfare.

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Notice Title

ESCC SS - Domestic Abuse Refuge Service in East Sussex

Notice Description

East Sussex County Council and Health wants to commission a Strategic Partner to provide a safe accommodation service in East Sussex which gives victim/ survivors a strong sense of being in control of their lives, reduces incidents of harm relating to domestic abuse, and which is able to respond flexibly to changing legislation, needs and preferences. The service will support people who are at risk of, or fleeing from, domestic abuse to achieve greater independence, live in good quality, safe, temporary refuge accommodation and provide opportunities to enable their voices to be heard. Victim/ survivors who use Domestic Abuse Refuge Services in East Sussex will be from all over the UK, with priority given to East Sussex referrals (who may also be from out of county) when a vacancy in a refuge arises. Full details can be found in the Tender documents. Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/949e20ae-c6cc-4b99-bdf5-55a61398c606
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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

85310000 - Social work services

85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,157,543 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Stephanie Saunders (ESCC)
Contact Email
stephanie.saunders@eastsussex.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01273 481224

Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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