Tender

Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE

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05 Aug 2024 at 13:35

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire has initiated a tender for "Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response" services. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the process open for submissions until 9th September 2024. This contract focuses on providing critical support services to victims of domestic abuse in the East of England, specifically in Bedfordshire. The services are to commence on 1st April 2025, with an initial contract period of two years and an option to extend for an additional year. The total budget for this contract is £1,020,000, with an annual budget allocation of £340,000. The procurement will be conducted through an open procedure above threshold, accessible via the 7 Force Commercial Tendering Portal.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the health and social work services industry, particularly those specialising in community health and counselling services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate. The contract involves not only supporting victims through complex legal systems but also empowering them to recover from their experiences, making it ideal for providers with experience in delivering robust, safety-focused and therapeutic support programmes. Engaging in this contract can enhance a company's portfolio, contribute to social well-being in the region, and strengthen relationships with public sector bodies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response

Notice Description

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire is seeking a countywide Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response services to safeguard through effective safety planning victims of domestic abuse who are assessed as medium and high risk and reduce their risk. The services will support the victims though the often-complex criminal justice system, empower individuals to cope and recover from the crime they have suffered. Services are required to start from 1st April 2025. The contract will be for an initial period of 2 years with 1 x 12 month option to extend. The maximum budget available is PS1,020,000.00 for the full contract term, this figure is based on a budget of PS340,000 per annum. Tender timelines are available in the electronic documentation, Invitation to Tender document. Basic indicative timelines are as follows: Tender release: 05/08/2024 Tender close: 09/09/2024 Tender award: 23/09/2024 This opportunity is available via the 7 Force Commercial Tendering Portal. To register, visit https://7force.force.com/ProSpend__eSourcing_Community_Registration?locale=uk If you are already registered on the Portal, you can login here: https://7force.force.com/login

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25625d7d-a8a1-4a3f-9eeb-a4ea112dd86d
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85312320 - Counselling services

85323000 - Community health services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,020,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 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
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KEMPSTON, BEDFORDSHIRE
Postcode
MK43 8AX
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Bromham
Westminster Constituency
North Bedfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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