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Oxfordshire Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment

Oxfordshire County Council

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10 Sep 2025 at 16:24

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Oxfordshire County Council has completed the procurement process for the "Oxfordshire Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment," formally awarding the contract to Davis And Associates Consultancy Limited, trading as Centre For Safer Society. This contract, which falls under the services category of research and development consultancy services, was initiated on 25 August 2025 and will last for 8 months, with a potential extension of up to 3 months. Conducted through a limited procurement method below the threshold, the total contract value is £40,000, exclusive of VAT, with a maximum possible value reaching £48,000. This initiative is located in the UKJ14 region of the United Kingdom, specifically Oxfordshire, and aims to update the county’s domestic abuse strategy for 2026-2031.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for consultancy businesses specialising in public policy, social services, or research and development. The successful bidder, Davis And Associates Consultancy Limited, is ideally positioned to leverage its expertise to meet the contract's demands and contribute to societal safety and welfare. SMEs, especially those with a focus on community services or data analysis, are well-suited for similar tenders, as they can provide tailored, insightful approaches to needs assessments, which are critical for formulating effective local government strategies. This contract reflects a forward-thinking approach by Oxfordshire County Council to address pressing social issues with data-driven solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Oxfordshire Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment

Notice Description

The current Oxfordshire Overarching Domestic Abuse Strategy will expire in 2026. Oxfordshire County Council has awarded a contract to deliver a comprehensive update of Oxfordshire's current domestic abuse needs assessment, last completed in 2023, to inform the update of the overarching domestic abuse strategy 2026-2031. The contract will involve conducting a comprehensive Domestic Abuse Needs Assessment to identify the specific needs and gaps in support and provision. The Service Provider will ensure that the updated strategy is evidence-based and effectively addresses the needs of the Oxfordshire population. The contract commenced on 25 August 2025. The contract period is 8 months with an option for the Council to extend the contract period by a further 3 months in aggregate. The maximum value of the contract is PS40,000 ex VAT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0597ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055536-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Aug 20251 years ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2025 - 24 Apr 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Oxfordshire County Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX1 1ND
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Osney & St Thomas
Westminster Constituency
Oxford West and Abingdon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Davis And Associates Consultancy Limited trading as Centre For Safer Society

Further Information

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