--- title: "Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Service" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c4ea6869-df43-4cbb-9392-da747792bde2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c4ea6869-df43-4cbb-9392-da747792bde2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c4ea6869-df43-4cbb-9392-da747792bde2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c4ea6869-df43-4cbb-9392-da747792bde2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY" published: "2025-02-10" --- # Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Service Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c4ea6869-df43-4cbb-9392-da747792bde2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c4ea6869-df43-4cbb-9392-da747792bde2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c4ea6869-df43-4cbb-9392-da747792bde2.json) ## Summary The London Borough of Hackney Children & Families Service is currently inviting bids for the provision of an Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) service tailored for Black women of African and/or Caribbean heritage in Hackney. This contract, classified under the "Social work and related services" category, has a value of £196,000 and will run for three years from 1st July 2025, with an option to extend for one additional year. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with a closing date for expressions of interest set for 12th March 2025 at 12pm midday. The contract will entail 'in-person' IDVA services provided at short notice to Hackney residents, with a strong emphasis on evidence of 'By and For' status for Black and Global Majority women. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure (below threshold). This tender presents a significant opportunity for organisations specialising in domestic violence advocacy, particularly those with experience working with Black and Global Majority women. SMEs and VCSEs that can fulfil the requirements of 'By and For' status and deliver responsive, in-person services are well-suited for this contract. The project’s focus on immediate and culturally competent support can help businesses build their profiles in service delivery for vulnerable communities while expanding their reach within the public sector. Interested parties should prepare to showcase their credentials and operational readiness to meet the needs outlined in the tender. ## Notice The London Borough of Hackney Children & Families Service is pleased to invite bids from suitably qualified organisations for the supply of a 'by and for' agency specialising in work with Black women of African and/or Caribbean heritage, to deliver an Independent Domestic Violence Advocacy service in Hackney. The service will support Black women and children of an African and/or Caribbean heritage who have experienced domestic and/or sexual violence and abuse, including sexual exploitation and prostitution Providers will be required to evidence 'By and For' status for Black and Global Majority women and the ability to deliver 'in-person' IDVA provision to Hackney residents when needed and at short notice. The Contract will be awarded for three (3) years starting 01st July 2025 with an option to extend for up to a further 1 year. The Council anticipates that the Transfer of Undertakings (TUPE) may apply to this contract. TUPE Information will be made available upon request. The Council is undertaking this tender process via its electronic (e) tendering portal, the London Tenders Portal [LTP]. Tender documents may be obtained by download from the LTP. The closing date for expression of interest is Wednesday 12th March 2025 12pm Midday ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19cce0dc-40b2-4c3e-9c49-44aeb8b7c57c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £196,000 | | 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 | LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY | | Locality | HACKNEY | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E8 1DY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | | Local authority | Hackney | | Electoral ward | Hackney Central | | Westminster constituency | Hackney South and Shoreditch | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85300000 - Social work and related services ## Release History - 10 Feb 2025 at 12:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19cce0dc-40b2-4c3e-9c49-44aeb8b7c57c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/19cce0dc-40b2-4c3e-9c49-44aeb8b7c57c 10th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/AdvertSummary?projectId=5531760b-1cc1-ef11-8133-005056b64545&projectStepId=6631760b-1cc1-ef11-8133-005056b64545 Independent Domestic Violence Advocate (IDVA) Service ## Notice URLs - http://www.hackney.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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