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title: "CBC-1636-T-LS IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy Service) - CORE - High Risk & Community"
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# CBC-1636-T-LS IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy Service) - CORE - High Risk & Community

Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-17858943-74a3-4540-9623-d68e5a66afc2

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## Summary

The Central Bedfordshire Council, in collaboration with Bedford Borough Council, is inviting tenders for the provision of an IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy) service tailored to support high-risk victims of domestic violence and abuse aged 16 and above. The procurement stage is currently in the "Open procedure" phase, with the tender period ending on 19th February 2024. The contract period is set to commence on 1st April 2024 and run until 31st March 2027. The procurement falls under the main procurement category of "services" in the social work and related services industry.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in social work and related services to compete for a contract with Central Bedfordshire Council. Companies with experience in providing support services for victims of domestic violence and abuse would be well-suited to bid for this tender. The buying organisation, Central Bedfordshire Council, has outlined specific requirements for the IDVA provision, offering a platform for service providers to demonstrate their expertise and bid accordingly.

## Notice

Central Bedfordshire Council together with Bedford Borough Council wish to commission a provider to offer an IDVA service. You are invited to tender for the IDVA provision to support high risk victims of domestic violence and abuse aged 16 years and over. 'High risk' is to be determined by use of the DASH risk assessment scoring matrix, also in use for MARAC referrals, alongside professional judgement where necessary. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b0fcfa-19d3-4024-b4ae-0f2362fca6de |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Apr 2024 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SHEFFORD |
| Post town | Stevenage |
| Postcode | SG17 5TQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire |
| Local authority | Central Bedfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Shefford |
| Westminster constituency | Hitchin |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 85320000 - Social services

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2024 at 11:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b0fcfa-19d3-4024-b4ae-0f2362fca6de
- 29 Jan 2024 at 11:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b0fcfa-19d3-4024-b4ae-0f2362fca6de
- 19 Jan 2024 at 11:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b0fcfa-19d3-4024-b4ae-0f2362fca6de

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45b0fcfa-19d3-4024-b4ae-0f2362fca6de
  29th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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