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Sanctuary Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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04 Nov 2025 at 16:25

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council, a sub-central government public authority located in Chatham, UK, is currently in the tender stage for a contract titled "Sanctuary Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)." This procurement focuses on the services industry, specifically on domestic services, and involves providing support to domestic abuse survivors with Sanctuary measures installed. The procurement process is open competition and below threshold, emphasizing price and quality criteria. The tender was initiated on 4th November 2025, with an enquiry period ending on 10th November 2025 and a final submission deadline set for 21st November 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in domestic violence advisory services and security support measures. SMEs are encouraged to apply, as the contract supports this business profile alongside larger providers. Businesses with expertise in providing technical solutions and social value in advisory roles would be well-suited to fulfill the contract's requirements, enhancing their portfolio and market reach while contributing positively to the community's safety and well-being.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Sanctuary Independent Domestic Violence Advisor (IDVA)

Notice Description

Medway Council is seeking an experienced Provider to provide one IDVA for Domestic Abuse survivors who have had Sanctuary measures fitted. Medway Council identified a need to target support for Domestic Abuse victims within the community. This will increase the support available in Medway and provide support to people who live in rented, owned or occupant accommodation and have had physical security measures fitted, where possible and the perpetrator does not live at the address, to remain in their own homes. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Chatham:-Domestic-services./D88869H5E6 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/D88869H5E6

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05da43
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070985-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98514000 - Domestic services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£62,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
£62,500 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 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
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Vinnie Webb
Contact Email
vincent.webb@medway.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01634306000

Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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