Tender

Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support Service HDG/2025/944

STOKE ON TRENT CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

08 Apr 2026 at 09:27

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

09 Feb 2026 at 13:35

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Stoke on Trent City Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support Service HDG/2025/944". The procurement falls under the services category, specifically covering social work and related services, and is set within the UKG23 region in the United Kingdom. This open procedure is active, with an estimated value of GBP 2,747,000 and a gross amount of GBP 3,296,400. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20th May 2026, at 14:00 GMT, and the award period culminates on 23rd July 2026. The project will commence on 1st October 2026, with a completion date of 30th September 2029, and optional extensions possible. The DASSA service is designed to provide comprehensive support for victims of domestic abuse within Stoke-on-Trent, adhering to legislative requirements by offering specialist services within safe accommodations.

This tender presents viable growth opportunities for businesses specializing in delivering social services, particularly those with experience in domestic abuse support. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the council is seeking a provider or a consortium with a flexible and innovative approach. Successful bidders will be able to contribute to a significant social cause, enhancing their corporate social responsibility credentials. Moreover, the project entails a suite of services, including safe accommodations, move-on support, and personalized floating support, thereby welcoming diverse expertise from various segments of the support service industry. Involvement in such a project not only expands the business portfolio but also builds a legacy of community impact and service excellence.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support Service HDG/2025/944

Notice Description

Stoke-on-Trent is committed to creating a safer, stronger city where all residents can live free from Domestic Abuse. The vision is to prevent domestic abuse from happening and to respond appropriately and effectively to those vulnerable to, or affected by, domestic abuse. The Council is looking to commission a holistic Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support service for people (victims) who are experiencing or who have been subject to domestic abuse in Stoke-on-Trent. The DASSA Support Service will, in accordance with legislative guidance, provide specialist domestic abuse support for victims of domestic abuse and their children within relevant Safe Accommodation. The service will comprise several individual components.

Planning Information

To register your interest in delivering the service/s please email victoria.millns@stoke.gov.uk by 12 noon on 27th February 2026, if you wish to attend the Market Engagement Event to take place on 3rd March 2026 at the Civic Centre, Stoke where further information will be shared regarding the tender, which will also include time for networking opportunities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031778-2026
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

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85300000 - Social work and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,747,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,747,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
16 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-04-01

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STOKE ON TRENT CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STOKE-ON-TRENT
Postcode
ST4 1HH
Post Town
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Delivery Location
TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent
Local Authority
Stoke-on-Trent
Electoral Ward
Hartshill Park & Stoke
Westminster Constituency
Stoke-on-Trent Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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