Award

West Yorkshire Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) Service

WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

26 Sep 2025 at 15:08

Award

25 Sep 2025 at 14:44

Tender

05 Jun 2025 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The West Yorkshire Combined Authority has completed the procurement process for two significant services under the West Yorkshire Police and Crime Plan. The contracts awarded include the West Yorkshire Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) Service and the Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Service, both crucial in providing support for victims of crime such as stalking and sexual assault. This process, conducted via an open procedure, is guided by the legal framework of the UKPGA 2023/54. The ISAC service contract is valued at £2,167,200 and the ISVA service at £6,048,000, with both contracts commencing in early 2026. The ISAC service’s contract period is from February 2026 to February 2029, with potential extensions up to 2033, while the ISVA service’s contract period is from April 2026 to March 2029, also with similar extension options. The contracts were awarded to Leeds Women's Aid and the Rape and Sexual Abuse Centre, respectively, enhancing ongoing support across regions in Yorkshire, specifically tailored to meet victim needs through the criminal justice process, and offering both emotional and practical support.

These procurement contracts represent prime opportunities for businesses specialising in social work services and support for victims of crime to engage in regional development. Organisations that can demonstrate a strong track record in providing confidential and impartial support services are well-positioned to collaborate or compete in this domain. Potential contractors may focus on offering innovative solutions that enhance the quality and impact of such services, as both lots highlighted quality weighting as a significant component of the selection criteria. The inclusion of subcontracting partnerships suggests further opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those operating in the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, to contribute to these initiatives. Business growth can be achieved through the extensive contract periods and the potential for extension, allowing firms to establish and expand their presence in the public services sector in the United Kingdom.

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Notice Title

West Yorkshire Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) Service

Notice Description

Supporting victims, survivors, witnesses, and those harmed by crime is at the heart of this Police and Crime Plan, helping people to get justice. The Mayor will continue to commission the most appropriate services that victims and witnesses need, building on the excellent work already being undertaken around priorities. The West Yorkshire Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) service embracing the concept of: Work with people who have experienced rape and sexual assault and stalking and provide a confidential service offering impartial and independent advice. ISAC support varies based on the individual needs of the victim/survivor. The support is primarily through the criminal justice process, offering emotional and practical support and acts as the main point of contact for a victim/survivor and can liaise with the police on their behalf if needed.

Lot Information

Lot 1 West Yorkshire Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Service

Supporting victims, survivors, witnesses, and those harmed by crime is at the heart of this Police and Crime Plan, helping people to get justice. The Mayor will continue to commission the most appropriate services that victims and witnesses need, building on the excellent work already being undertaken around priorities. The West Yorkshire Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Service which embraces the concept of: Work with people who have experienced rape and sexual assault and stalking and provide a confidential service offering impartial and independent advice. ISVA support varies based on the individual needs of the victim/survivor. The support is primarily through the criminal justice process, offering emotional and practical support and acts as the main point of contact for a victim/survivor and can liaise with the police on their behalf if needed.

Renewal: Included is an extension option of two, 2-year periods (total 7 years).

Lot 2 - Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) Service

Supporting victims, survivors, witnesses, and those harmed by crime is at the heart of this Police and Crime Plan, helping people to get justice. The Mayor will continue to commission the most appropriate services that victims and witnesses need, building on the excellent work already being undertaken around priorities. The West Yorkshire Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) service embracing the concept of: Work with people who have experienced rape and sexual assault and stalking and provide a confidential service offering impartial and independent advice. ISAC support varies based on the individual needs of the victim/survivor. The support is primarily through the criminal justice process, offering emotional and practical support and acts as the main point of contact for a victim/survivor and can liaise with the police on their behalf if needed.

Renewal: Included is an extension option of two, 2-year periods (total 7 years).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0543ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060282-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85312320 - Counselling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,846,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£6,846,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£8,215,200 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
2 Feb 2026 - 1 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Sukhninder Kaur
Contact Email
commercialteam@westyorks-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 2DE
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE4 West Yorkshire

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

LEEDS WOMEN'S AID

RASAC - RAPE AND SEXUAL ABUSE CENTRE

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