Tender

Perpetrator Behaviour Change Programme

SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY

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TenderUpdate

30 Oct 2025 at 14:50

Tender

30 Oct 2025 at 14:01

Planning

20 Aug 2025 at 08:28

Summary of the contracting process

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) is leading a procurement process for a "Perpetrator Behaviour Change Programme". This tender aims to commission a service provider for a Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Change Programme across South Yorkshire, incorporating initiatives for behaviour change, out-of-court resolutions, and victim support services. Located in Sheffield, UK, SYMCA is collaborating with Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, and Sheffield Councils. The open procedure procurement method is employed, and the contract is set to start on 1st April 2026, with a tender period concluding on 27th November 2025. The tender process is managed electronically with the possibility of a consortium approach for service delivery.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses focused on community services, particularly those equipped to handle domestic abuse interventions. Suitable candidates include providers capable of delivering structured intervention services and those experienced in the field of domestic abuse with a focus on behavioural change. The opportunity aligns well with SMEs and VCSEs, considering quality-centric selection criteria and the potential for contract renewal, strengthening stability and growth within this service sector. This project not only facilitates business growth but also serves a critical societal need, enhancing community safety and supporting victims effectively.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Perpetrator Behaviour Change Programme

Notice Description

The opportunity is for a provider of a Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Change Programme for South Yorkshire. The South Yorkshire Partnership of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, Sheffield Councils and the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) are seeking to collaboratively commission a provider/s who can deliver through one contract: - A Domestic Abuse (DA) perpetrator behaviour change programme for those aged 16+ - A Domestic Abuse (DA) Out of Court Resolution programme - An integrated victim / survivor support service - A county wide training offer SYMCA will be the lead commissioner. Following the Mayoral election in May 2024, the Mayor took on the functions of the Police and Crime Commissioner. These functions include listening to the needs of communities, securing victim support services, setting the objectives for the police force, and holding the Chief Constable to account. The Provider must be ready to commence delivery of the full service on 1st April 2026. A consortium approach would be considered if more than one provider wishes to work together within the single contract. Please be advised that this contract was referred to as South Yorkshire Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme - Inspire to Change, our reference DN787338 in the previous linked notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The scope of the contract may be extended at a later date to incorporate the nationally recognised DRIVE Model for working with high-risk, high-harm perpetrators however, this DOES NOT exclude bidders who do not currently provide or plan to provide the DRIVE Model from this opportunity and will be subject to funding and consultation.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract for a further 4 x 12-month periods subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.

Planning Information

The South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority is conducting Preliminary Market Engagement with a view to establishing market interest in providing a Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Change Programme for South Yorkshire in the future and, to seek the views of suppliers with regards to delivering structured intervention services to Perpetrators of Domestic Abuse. This will help us to develop our requirements. SYMCA has prepared a Request for Information questionnaire. To access and submit this, suppliers are directed to ProContract https://procontract.due-north.com/ project reference DN787338. The authority also plan to hold an online presentation event on Thursday the 25th of September 2025 between 11.30 - 13.30. It is anticipated that this presentation will be an opportunity for SYMCA to present demand in South Yorkshire and an overview of the anticipated requirements of the contract. To request an invite to the event, please email Kathryn.Whittington@SouthYorkshire-ca.gov.uk. A recording of this event will be available on request to bidders who express an interest at any future Tender stage

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058aeb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069784-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,170,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,170,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Nov 20253 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
13 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH YORKSHIRE MAYORAL COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
karen.nuttall@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2BQ
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE3 South Yorkshire

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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