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title: "Bedford Refuge for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence"
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# Bedford Refuge for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6f6a4a9d-5f39-450e-8dca-988e2c083b9c

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council is seeking tenders for the provision of accommodation-based support and operation of a domestic abuse refuge aimed at women fleeing violence, with or without dependent children under 16 years of age. This tender, titled "Bedford Refuge for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence," is currently at the active tender stage, with submissions due by 12:00 PM on 12 January 2021. The contract will commence on 1 June 2021 and will remain in effect until 31 March 2024. This procurement falls under the category of social work services, specifically aiming to provide support in Bedford, located in the East of England, via an open procedure method below threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social services, particularly those experienced in providing accommodation and support services for vulnerable groups, such as women and children affected by domestic violence. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in offering resettlement support and have capabilities in managing safe accommodation facilities would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement can enable businesses to expand their service offerings while contributing positively to community welfare and support systems.

## Notice

Bedford Borough Council wishes to tender for the provision of accommodation-based support and operation of one domestic abuse refuge in Bedford Borough for women fleeing domestic abuse, with or without dependent children under 16 years of age. The service will have two elements: accommodation based support and resettlement support for up to 6 weeks. The service operates in partnership with Grand Union Housing Group in their role as the accommodation landlord. Additional information: Tenders can be submitted via Bedford Borough Council's e-tendering portal (In-Tend) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1fba512-0f7b-4629-9995-79ed2848305b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85311000 - Social work services with accommodation

## Release History

- 9 Dec 2020 at 18:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1fba512-0f7b-4629-9995-79ed2848305b
- 9 Dec 2020 at 16:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1fba512-0f7b-4629-9995-79ed2848305b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1fba512-0f7b-4629-9995-79ed2848305b
  9th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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