Provision of Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service

BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Apr 2026 at 17:06

Tender

16 Dec 2025 at 17:10

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council, focused on the provision of a Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service under the industry category of health and social work services. The service aims to support women and their children residing at Amber House, particularly those fleeing violence and abuse, providing accommodation and emotional support tailored to cultural and gender needs. This contract, awarded to Cyfannol Women's Aid, was conducted under an open procedure, classified as a light-touch regime, with Welsh devolved regulations applied. The award was announced on 28th April 2026, post-completion of the tender stage which closed on 20th January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st May 2026, running until 31st March 2029, with potential extensions subject to performance and funding.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social and health services to enhance their portfolio and impact within the community. Although the award was made to a large organisation, Cyfannol Women's Aid, the procurement process offers insights for SMEs and VCSEs to assess their capabilities and future participation. Companies with experience in providing safety and support services for individuals experiencing domestic abuse are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders, especially those focused on culturally sensitive and comprehensive support frameworks. Participating in tenders like this enables growth through public sector partnerships, raising business profiles and contributing positively to local social infrastructure.

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Notice Title

Provision of Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service

Notice Description

The service will provide 24/7 housing related support to single women and women (aged 16 years or over, there is no upper age limit) and their children residing at the women's refuge, Amber House. Women accessing the service may have additional needs such as (not limited to) experiencing mental health issues, physical disabilities and substance misuse issues. The refuge will: * Provide emergency accommodation for single women and women with children fleeing Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV) * Provide single women and women with children with a place of safety, security and stability and the time to make informed decisions about their future * Provide culturally aware and gender informed emotional and practical support * Provide effective housing related support to enable women affected by VAWDASV to rebuild their lives and make the transition to a settled home

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended for 2 years at 12 month intervals and subject to performance and funding

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f735
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038853-2026
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,315,273 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,315,273 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£2,312,992 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
2030-09-02

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EBBW VALE
Postcode
NP23 6DN
Post Town
Newport
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
TLL16 Gwent Valleys

Local Authority
Blaenau Gwent
Electoral Ward
Ebbw Vale South
Westminster Constituency
Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CYFANNOL WOMEN'S AID

Further Information

Notice Documents

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