--- title: "LPS CARE - Women's Refuge Service Lancashire - Market Engagement" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5e6a4774-f998-433b-8192-4d6d16ab2b16" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5e6a4774-f998-433b-8192-4d6d16ab2b16" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5e6a4774-f998-433b-8192-4d6d16ab2b16.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5e6a4774-f998-433b-8192-4d6d16ab2b16.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2018-10-04" --- # LPS CARE - Women's Refuge Service Lancashire - Market Engagement Buyer: LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e6a4774-f998-433b-8192-4d6d16ab2b16 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5e6a4774-f998-433b-8192-4d6d16ab2b16) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5e6a4774-f998-433b-8192-4d6d16ab2b16.json) ## Summary The Lancashire County Council is initiating a market engagement process titled "LPS CARE - Women's Refuge Service Lancashire," aimed at exploring proposals for recommissioning refuge services for women at risk of domestic abuse. Scheduled for 19th September 2018 in Preston, this event will commence at 9:30 am following registration at 9:00 am, concluding with a networking lunch at 12:30 pm. This engagement represents a pivotal step in the planning stage of the procurement process, with applications to attend due by the tender end date of 18th September 2018. The anticipated contract period is set for 19th September to 20th September 2018, classified under health and social work services within the UK’s North West region. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in support services for victims of domestic abuse, particularly those offering accommodation and associated support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this engagement particularly relevant, as the council is eager to gather feedback which could influence future procurement decisions. Companies capable of delivering compassionate and effective refuge services would be well-positioned to participate, fostering community safety and support for vulnerable populations. ## Notice Lancashire County Council are intending to hold a market engagement event to discuss the initial proposals for recommissioning 'Provision of Refuge Services for Women at risk of Domestic Abuse'. The Refuge Service provides safe, short term accommodation and support for victims at risk of domestic abuse. This event is scheduled as follows: Date: Wednesday 19th September 2018 Time: Registration and refreshments from 9.00am for a 9.30am start, with the event ending with a networking lunch at 12.30pm. Venue: Preston - the full venue details will be advised to confirmed attendees Please apply to attend the event via Email to CAPHProcurement@lancashire.gov.uk. There are limited places therefore a maximum of 2 people per organisation will be allocated a place. Applicants will receive a confirmation email for their reservation. The Authority Intends to provide further information regarding an outline proposal via the Lancashire County Council Website w/c 03/09/2018. Please note: The purpose of this notice is to alert the market of the market engagement for the procurement of the Provision of Refuge Services for Women at risk of Domestic Abuse. Feedback will be considered towards any potential future procurement activity. This market engagement exercise does not guarantee Lancashire County Council will undertake any procurement exercise in the future, however should Lancashire County Council decide to procure the service then an appropriate notice will be published to advertise the opportunity at that time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/694ac66c-b29c-42d9-a3ba-4a1c026fbc72 | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - Market Engagement | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | 18 Sep 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 17 Sep 2018 | | Contract period | 18 Sep 2018 - 20 Sep 2018 | | 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 | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | PRESTON | | Post town | Preston | | Postcode | PR1 8XJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire | | ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire | | Local authority | Preston | | Electoral ward | City Centre | | Westminster constituency | Preston | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | DATE NOW PASSED FOR NOTICE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services ## Release History - 4 Oct 2018 at 12:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/694ac66c-b29c-42d9-a3ba-4a1c026fbc72 - 6 Sep 2018 at 09:59 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/277ced02-e8f3-4e5a-8a58-8360f4a01a8b - 30 Aug 2018 at 08:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/277ced02-e8f3-4e5a-8a58-8360f4a01a8b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/694ac66c-b29c-42d9-a3ba-4a1c026fbc72 4th October 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/277ced02-e8f3-4e5a-8a58-8360f4a01a8b 6th September 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.lancashire.gov.uk/business/tenders-and-procurement/tenders/lps-care-womens-refuge-service-lancashire-market-engagement/ - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/70b29cac-7359-41eb-a26f-af667430f58d - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6428249b-f817-4e9d-80dd-d32d71dd9508 - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ffedbde2-eb7b-4d8f-bd5a-e6912e494770 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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