Planning

Domestic Abuse Safe Accommodation

HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 12:16

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Hertfordshire County Council is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Domestic Abuse Safe Accommodation," aimed at providing support services for victims of domestic abuse within safe accommodations. This public procurement falls under the services category, specifically within social work and related services, and is classified as a "light touch" procurement regime. The tender process is detailed in a planned procurement notice, with further insightful details anticipated by 30th September 2025. The project, with an estimated gross value of £1,700,000, is expected to commence on 1st April 2026, with a planned contract duration until 31st March 2028, extendable to 31st March 2029. The project location is Hertford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs, especially those experienced in social work services, to expand their operational footprint and showcase their capabilities in supporting vulnerable groups. By aligning their business strategies to include compassionate support services, these enterprises can position themselves as key stakeholders in enhancing community welfare. The structured procurement process managed by a reputable public authority—Hertfordshire County Council—offers a transparent and competitive platform, fostering fair competition among eligible organizations. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for businesses adept in sustainable social impact services and can lead to significant business growth by securing a long-term public sector contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Domestic Abuse Safe Accommodation

Notice Description

Provision of support for victims of domestic abuse, within safe accommodation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052279
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026310-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,700,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 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
HERTFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
annette.miles@hertfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
HERTFORD
Postcode
SG13 8DQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
East Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Hertford Castle
Westminster Constituency
Hertford and Stortford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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