--- title: "Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE" published: "2024-08-05" --- # Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-dadb1805-bea1-4296-9c34-a1409fa67922.json) ## Summary The Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire has initiated a tender for "Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response" services. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with the process open for submissions until 9th September 2024. This contract focuses on providing critical support services to victims of domestic abuse in the East of England, specifically in Bedfordshire. The services are to commence on 1st April 2025, with an initial contract period of two years and an option to extend for an additional year. The total budget for this contract is £1,020,000, with an annual budget allocation of £340,000. The procurement will be conducted through an open procedure above threshold, accessible via the 7 Force Commercial Tendering Portal. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the health and social work services industry, particularly those specialising in community health and counselling services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate. The contract involves not only supporting victims through complex legal systems but also empowering them to recover from their experiences, making it ideal for providers with experience in delivering robust, safety-focused and therapeutic support programmes. Engaging in this contract can enhance a company's portfolio, contribute to social well-being in the region, and strengthen relationships with public sector bodies. ## Notice The Police and Crime Commissioner for Bedfordshire is seeking a countywide Domestic Abuse Independent Advocate (IDVA) and Programme of Therapeutic Response services to safeguard through effective safety planning victims of domestic abuse who are assessed as medium and high risk and reduce their risk. The services will support the victims though the often-complex criminal justice system, empower individuals to cope and recover from the crime they have suffered. Services are required to start from 1st April 2025. The contract will be for an initial period of 2 years with 1 x 12 month option to extend. The maximum budget available is PS1,020,000.00 for the full contract term, this figure is based on a budget of PS340,000 per annum. Tender timelines are available in the electronic documentation, Invitation to Tender document. Basic indicative timelines are as follows: Tender release: 05/08/2024 Tender close: 09/09/2024 Tender award: 23/09/2024 This opportunity is available via the 7 Force Commercial Tendering Portal. To register, visit https://7force.force.com/ProSpend__eSourcing_Community_Registration?locale=uk If you are already registered on the Portal, you can login here: https://7force.force.com/login ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25625d7d-a8a1-4a3f-9eeb-a4ea112dd86d | | 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 | 5 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,020,000 | | 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 | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR BEDFORDSHIRE | | Locality | KEMPSTON, BEDFORDSHIRE | | Post town | Milton Keynes | | Postcode | MK43 8AX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford | | Local authority | Bedford | | Electoral ward | Bromham | | Westminster constituency | North Bedfordshire | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 85000000 - Health and social work services - 85100000 - Health services - 85312320 - Counselling services - 85323000 - Community health services - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 5 Aug 2024 at 13:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25625d7d-a8a1-4a3f-9eeb-a4ea112dd86d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25625d7d-a8a1-4a3f-9eeb-a4ea112dd86d 5th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://7force.force.com/ProSpend__eSourcing_Community_Registration?locale=uk - https://7force.force.com/login ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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