Tender

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY

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Tender

10 Feb 2025 at 12:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hackney Children & Families Service is currently inviting bids for the provision of an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) service tailored for Black women of African and/or Caribbean heritage in Hackney. This contract, classified under the "Social work and related services" category, has a value of £196,000 and will run for three years from 1st July 2025, with an option to extend for one additional year. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with a closing date for expressions of interest set for 12th March 2025 at 12pm midday. The contract will entail 'in-person' IDVA services provided at short notice to Hackney residents, with a strong emphasis on evidence of 'By and For' status for Black and Global Majority women. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure (below threshold).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in domestic violence advocacy, particularly those with experience working with Black and Global Majority women. SMEs and VCSEs that can fulfil the requirements of 'By and For' status and deliver responsive, in-person services are well-suited for this contract. The project’s focus on immediate and culturally competent support can help businesses build their profiles in service delivery for vulnerable communities while expanding their reach within the public sector. Interested parties should prepare to showcase their credentials and operational readiness to meet the needs outlined in the tender.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Service

Notice Description

The London Borough of Hackney Children & Families Service is pleased to invite bids from suitably qualified organisations for the supply of a 'by and for' agency specialising in work with Black women of African and/or Caribbean heritage, to deliver an Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy service in Hackney. The service will support Black women and children of an African and/or Caribbean heritage who have experienced domestic and/or sexual violence and abuse, including sexual exploitation and prostitution Providers will be required to evidence 'By and For' status for Black and Global Majority women and the ability to deliver 'in-person' IDVA provision to Hackney residents when needed and at short notice. The Contract will be awarded for three (3) years starting 01st July 2025 with an option to extend for up to a further 1 year. The Council anticipates that the Transfer of Undertakings (TUPE) may apply to this contract. TUPE Information will be made available upon request. The Council is undertaking this tender process via its electronic (e) tendering portal, the London Tenders Portal [LTP]. Tender documents may be obtained by download from the LTP. The closing date for expression of interest is Wednesday 12th March 2025 12pm Midday

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19cce0dc-40b2-4c3e-9c49-44aeb8b7c57c
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£196,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 4-5 years
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
LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY
Contact Name
Claudette Lewis
Contact Email
claudette.lewis@hackney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2083563000

Buyer Location

Locality
HACKNEY
Postcode
E8 1DY
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
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
Hackney
Electoral Ward
Hackney Central
Westminster Constituency
Hackney South and Shoreditch

Further Information

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