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title: "Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response"
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# Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response

Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE,  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-070f4662-2e9c-40b0-8fa4-4b435f3ccae4

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## Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response". The contract, valued at £1,018,044.14, falls under the industry category of community, social, and personal services and will be delivered in the East of England, specifically in Bedfordshire (postal code MK43 9AX). The procurement was conducted through an open procedure and reached the award stage, with the contract slated to commence on 1st April 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2028. Key dates include the tender period ending on 9th September 2024, and the award date being 9th December 2024.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in community health services, counselling services, or other health and social work services. It is particularly suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). By participating in this tender, businesses can expand their portfolio, secure a substantial contract, and contribute to the support and therapeutic treatment of domestic abuse victims across a diverse age and demographic spectrum. The awarded supplier is One YMCA, indicating a strong opportunity for organisations with a similar scale and capability profile to compete in future procurements.

## Notice

The service will be an Independent Domestic Violence Adviser (IDVA) model of delivery for all ages, sex and background, and will also provide a programme of therapeutic responses for victims of domestic abuse. The service will be accessible to: * Children and young people, and adults aged 18 years and over, who have been referred through an appropriate referral pathway. * Victims inclusive of all protected characteristics, irrespective of age, sexual orientation, sex, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage, or civil partnership. * Deliver services for victims' resident in Bedfordshire. * Standard/ medium risk It is anticipated that the contract will be let for a 2 years term with a potential extension of up to 12 months, subject to good performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d88b957b-bbf3-4fbe-b9cb-e9c2350bb8e9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,018,044 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,018,044 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK43 9AX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Kempston West |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ONE YMCA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85100000 - Health services
- 85312320 - Counselling services
- 85323000 - Community health services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 23 Jan 2025 at 16:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d88b957b-bbf3-4fbe-b9cb-e9c2350bb8e9

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d88b957b-bbf3-4fbe-b9cb-e9c2350bb8e9
  23rd January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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