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INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVISORS (IDVA) FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS AND VULNERABILITIES

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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10 Nov 2025 at 19:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council has initiated a tender process seeking an experienced provider to supply Independent Domestic Violence Advisors (IDVA) for Domestic Abuse survivors with additional needs and vulnerabilities. The tender, titled "INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVISORS (IDVA) FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS AND VULNERABILITIES," falls under the industry category of Domestic services, specifically within the United Kingdom's UKJ41 region. The procurement method is an open competition, and the tender is currently active. Key dates include the enquiry period closing on 17th November 2025 and the tender period ending on 21st November 2025, with a contract set to start on 1st January 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in domestic services to expand their portfolio by catering to a niche market in supporting domestic abuse survivors with unique needs. Companies that can provide high-quality, socially impactful services at competitive prices may find this to be a favourable opportunity for growth. The procurement process is welcoming to SMEs, ensuring that smaller businesses can also compete effectively. With a projected gross value of £75,000, this contract offers a substantial chance for business growth within the community-focused service sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

INDEPENDENT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVISORS (IDVA) FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE SURVIVORS WITH ADDITIONAL NEEDS AND VULNERABILITIES

Notice Description

Medway Council is seeking an experienced Provider to provide one IDVA for Domestic Abuse survivors who have additional needs and vulnerabilities. Medway Council identified a need to target support for Domestic Abuse victims with additional needs and vulnerabilities within the community. This will increase the support available in Medway and provide support to people with additional vulnerabilities who often are excluded from services. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Chatham:-Domestic-services./Q99E23SYU6 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/Q99E23SYU6

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05de23
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072580-2025
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
10 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
TLJ41 Medway
Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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