--- title: "Research project into the local support needs of male victims of sexual violence" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8ec854e4-83e3-419c-9d41-c5691a996fe5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8ec854e4-83e3-419c-9d41-c5691a996fe5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8ec854e4-83e3-419c-9d41-c5691a996fe5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8ec854e4-83e3-419c-9d41-c5691a996fe5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BCH PROCUREMENT (REPRESENTING THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND HERTFORDSHIRE )" published: "2017-12-15" --- # Research project into the local support needs of male victims of sexual violence Buyer: BCH PROCUREMENT (REPRESENTING THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND HERTFORDSHIRE ) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8ec854e4-83e3-419c-9d41-c5691a996fe5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8ec854e4-83e3-419c-9d41-c5691a996fe5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8ec854e4-83e3-419c-9d41-c5691a996fe5.json) ## Summary The procurement process is led by BCH Procurement, representing the Police and Crime Commissioners for Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, and Hertfordshire. They are seeking proposals for a research project titled "Research project into the local support needs of male victims of sexual violence". This falls under the research and development services industry category, specifically focusing on consultancy services. The tender is currently in the open procurement stage, with a submission deadline set for 16 January 2018. The contract period is expected to commence on 29 January 2018 and run until 28 July 2018, with a total budget of £32,000 allocated for the project. This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth for businesses focused on research and consultancy services, especially those with expertise in victim support and social research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, given the nature of the project which requires a nuanced understanding of the subject matter. By engaging in this research, companies can not only contribute to vital social issues but also enhance their visibility and reputation in the industry, potentially leading to further contracts in the public sector. ## Notice Scope of research The research will need to cover a number of areas: Aims and Objectives of Research * To explore male victims of sexual assault experiences with research specific to Hertfordshire * To identify the extent to which victims of male sexual assault are aware of their entitlements under the Victims Code of Practice * To explore the experiences and impacts of male victims of sexual assault * To explore support needs and requirements of male victims including: * Entry to services * Ongoing support and preferred support channels * The importance of gender specific support services * Support requirements of partners and other family members * Peer support * The importance of choice regarding male or female support workers * To assess the actual or perceived barriers that prevent victims accessing victim support services they are entitled to. * To provide an evidence based template of good practice to inform the development of a referral and care pathway * Where possible, to establish the extent of prevalence in the county and to establish a baseline. Benefits * Understanding of male victims of sexual assault experiences in Hertfordshire * Understanding of level of awareness of entitlements * Understanding of barriers that prevent victims from accessing services * Understanding of requirements for a referral and care pathway for victims through Beacon Outcome required * Evidence of victims experiences * Evidence of awareness of entitlements * Evidence of barriers to services * Specification for referral and care pathway * Understanding of victims needs * Understanding of victims awareness * Understanding of barriers * Effective commissioning Costs The Contracting Authority has allocated a sum of up to a total of PS32,000 (exclusive of VAT) to deliver this evaluation project. It is expected that the successful bidder will be able to provide a solution within this budget and offer potential savings to the benefit of the PCC Office. This funding is for a one-off pro ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a662b7a3-3542-40ac-95c3-ca4bd48b8591 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Dec 2017 | | Submission deadline | 16 Jan 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 29 Jan 2018 - 28 Jul 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BCH PROCUREMENT (REPRESENTING THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONERS FOR BEDFORDSHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE AND HERTFORDSHIRE ) | | Locality | ROYSTON | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG8 7BZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire | | Local authority | North Hertfordshire | | Electoral ward | Royston Palace | | Westminster constituency | North East Hertfordshire | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services - 73200000 - Research and development consultancy services ## Release History - 15 Dec 2017 at 14:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a662b7a3-3542-40ac-95c3-ca4bd48b8591 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a662b7a3-3542-40ac-95c3-ca4bd48b8591 15th December 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=22674&B=BLUELIGHT Additional data - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/29016 User / Company ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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