--- title: "ESCC SS - Domestic Abuse Refuge Service in East Sussex" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL" published: "2021-05-12" --- # ESCC SS - Domestic Abuse Refuge Service in East Sussex Buyer: EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-669c65c3-ac7d-4a59-af21-b590cb46cefd.json) ## Summary The East Sussex County Council is currently seeking a strategic partner to provide the "Domestic Abuse Refuge Service" in East Sussex. This service aims to offer safe accommodation and support for individuals at risk of or fleeing from domestic abuse, enabling them to regain control over their lives. The procurement is in the tender stage and will remain open until 21st June 2021, with proposals submitted electronically through the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. The estimated contract value is approximately £6.16 million, spanning from 1st November 2021 to 31st October 2026. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialised in social work and accommodation services, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can demonstrate expertise in providing safe living environments and supportive services for vulnerable individuals will find this tender especially relevant. Participation in this procurement process could enhance business development while contributing positively to the community's welfare. ## Notice East Sussex County Council and Health wants to commission a Strategic Partner to provide a safe accommodation service in East Sussex which gives victim/ survivors a strong sense of being in control of their lives, reduces incidents of harm relating to domestic abuse, and which is able to respond flexibly to changing legislation, needs and preferences. The service will support people who are at risk of, or fleeing from, domestic abuse to achieve greater independence, live in good quality, safe, temporary refuge accommodation and provide opportunities to enable their voices to be heard. Victim/ survivors who use Domestic Abuse Refuge Services in East Sussex will be from all over the UK, with priority given to East Sussex referrals (who may also be from out of county) when a vacancy in a refuge arises. Full details can be found in the Tender documents. Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/949e20ae-c6cc-4b99-bdf5-55a61398c606 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 May 2021 | | Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £6,157,543 | | 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 | EAST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL | | Locality | EAST SUSSEX | | Post town | Brighton | | Postcode | BN7 1UE | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex | | ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC | | Local authority | Lewes | | Electoral ward | Lewes Priory | | Westminster constituency | Lewes | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85310000 - Social work services - 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation ## Release History - 12 May 2021 at 08:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/949e20ae-c6cc-4b99-bdf5-55a61398c606 - 12 May 2021 at 06:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/949e20ae-c6cc-4b99-bdf5-55a61398c606 - 10 May 2021 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/949e20ae-c6cc-4b99-bdf5-55a61398c606 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/949e20ae-c6cc-4b99-bdf5-55a61398c606 12th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - http://www.eastsussex.gov.uk Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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