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Planning

01 Jul 2026 at 11:01

Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Derbyshire is initiating a procurement process to establish an Employers Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Service. This process is in the planning stage as of 1 July 2026, with a market engagement notice published to guide the creation of a comprehensive business case. Located in Ripley, Derbyshire, the service aims to provide support and advocacy for employees facing domestic violence-related issues. The engagement milestone is set for completion by 3 August 2026. The procurement falls under the services category, with relevant classifications including health and social work services. The contracting period is anticipated to start on 2 June 2027, extending through 1 June 2030, with a potential renewal option.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in social work and guidance services, particularly those with experience in handling domestic violence cases. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete due to the suitability criteria specified by the contracting authority. Companies with expertise in providing holistic care and support within a workplace context, and who can design and manage IDVA services, stand to benefit from engaging in this tender, fostering growth by expanding their service portfolio within the public sector. The process promises a fair prospect for growth through a compliant procurement route, should the business case move forward post-engagement.

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Notice Title

Employers Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Service

Notice Description

Derbyshire Constabulary intend to procure an Employers Independent Domestic Violence Advocate Service which will sit within the Professional Standards Department. This Preliminary Market Engagement will enable key stakeholders to create a business case. The service will provide an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) response to give direct support to individuals employed by Derbyshire Constabulary and enduring domestic abuse. Amongst other things, the IDVA will provide confidential, practical, and impartial advice on issues relating to domestic abuse, child matters, safety, housing, legal options and financial support. Where an individual is referred to MARAC, the IDVA will either seek consent to make a referral to the local IDVA who will attend MARAC, or the IDVA will attend MARAC. The IDVA will also discuss and go through the support options available at Derbyshire Constabulary and will liaise directly with line managers and HR to agree an action plan to support employees. The expected referral rate within Derbyshire is 10-20 referrals per annum. If the business case is approved, a compliant procurement route will be taken at the point of purchase.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=106955&TID=100112044&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c112
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061651-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

75200000 - Provision of services to the community

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85300000 - Social work and related services

85312310 - Guidance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Oct 20264 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Jun 2027 - 1 Jun 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR DERBYSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RIPLEY, DERBYSHIRE
Postcode
DE5 3RS
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF13 South and West Derbyshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Amber Valley
Electoral Ward
Ripley
Westminster Constituency
Amber Valley

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