Planning

Framework Agreement for specialist domestic abuse housing related support in community based and accommodation-based support services

CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

20 Feb 2026 at 10:42

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 May 2025 at 15:55

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The City & County of Swansea is facilitating a tender process focused on establishing a framework agreement to provide specialist domestic abuse housing-related support services. This procurement falls under the category of health and social work services, aiming to deliver both community-based and accommodation-based support. The procurement is currently in the planning stage, with a virtual market engagement event scheduled for 11th March 2026 from 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. Businesses interested in participating are encouraged to register by 6th March 2026 via email. The procurement process seeks to engage existing and potential providers under Welsh devolved regulations, offering a robust opportunity to shape effective support services for individuals in need within Swansea, UK.

This procurement initiative provides a substantial opportunity for businesses that specialise in domestic abuse support services to expand their operations and secure stable contracts. The framework includes separate lots, such as refuge provision and community support services, which allow flexibility and responsiveness to diverse client needs. Companies classified as SMEs or VCSEs are particularly well-suited to compete, given the framework's inclusivity and provision for lighter regulations. Engagement in this tender could result in significant business growth, leveraging a framework agreement valued at £11 million gross and spanning five years, with potential renewal options extending up to a decade.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for specialist domestic abuse housing related support in community based and accommodation-based support services

Notice Description

Swansea Council is hosting a market engagement event for organisations interested in delivering specialist domestic abuse housing related support services in Swansea. Date/time: 11th March 2026 at 2pm - 3:30pm LOCATION: Virtual (Microsoft Teams)

Planning Information

The Council is looking to establish a framework agreement with organisations it can work with in the future to deliver high-quality domestic abuse housing related support to those in need. The framework agreement will have separate lots that will offer the Council the flexibility to commission domestic abuse housing related support services that are effective at supporting individuals with a range of needs. These lots are as follows:- • Lot 1: Domestic abuse housing related support within temporary and longer-term domestic abuse supported accommodation. This includes the following service models; refuge provision, safe houses, and longer term supported accommodation. Contracts entered via Lot 1 will be block contracts. • Lot 2: Community based domestic abuse housing related support. This includes the following service models; Floating Support, Advice and Information, Drop in, Outreach, Group Activities. Contracts entered via Lot 2 will be block contracts. The Council would like to invite existing and potential providers of specialist domestic abuse support services to take part in our virtual market engagement event. The purpose of this event will be: • To share information on the aims and objectives of the Framework • To share information from the domestic abuse service assessment to help shape future services. • To outline the procurement approach Registration Details: • The event will be held on 11th March 2026 at 2:00pm – 3:30pm. • Please register your interest by emailing Sarah.vye@swansea.gov.uk before 6th March 2026 to enable a TEAM’s invite link to be sent to you. This event will be delivered virtually via Microsoft Teams and we recommend that you join via a laptop/desktop so that it will be easier for you to type and use chat functionality.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051f3a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015553-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
£11,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jun 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CITY & COUNTY OF SWANSEA
Contact Name
Sarah Vye
Contact Email
sarah.vye@swansea.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWANSEA
Postcode
SA1 3SN
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL43 Swansea
Delivery Location
TLL18 Swansea
Local Authority
Swansea
Electoral Ward
Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Swansea West

Further Information

Notice Documents

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