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title: "Integrated Domestic Abuse Service at Sefton Council"
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# Integrated Domestic Abuse Service at Sefton Council

Buyer: SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04eb82

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## Summary

The public procurement process undertaken by Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council for their Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (IDAS) is now complete. This three-year service, potentially extendable for two additional twelve-month periods, aims to provide comprehensive support to victims and families of domestic abuse across regions such as Merseyside, and includes therapeutic counselling as stipulated in the Domestic & Sexual Abuse Strategy 2023-2028. Legally grounded in the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, Sefton Council through an open procedure has contracted SEFTON WOMEN'S & CHILDREN'S AID to deliver services starting from September 2025, with an impressive investment of £2.8 million.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in health, social work, and community services to collaborate or subcontract, especially those emphasising holistic and innovative support systems. Larger organisations with capabilities in addressing the complex needs of diverse demographics, including male and elderly victims, will find alignment with this contract's objectives. Companies can leverage this tender to not only expand service offerings but also to strengthen community ties and enhance regional service delivery frameworks, thereby growing their business footprint in the public sector.

## Notice

Sefton is appointing a provider to provide a fully Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (IDAS) from 2025 for a minimum of 3 years. The service will provide holistic support to victims/survivors and families of domestic abuse, irrespective of protected characteristic or risk level. The service will provide therapeutic counselling to those who require it in order to build resilience and aid recovery from the long-term effects of domestic abuse. The service will address the priorities outlined in the action plan accompanying the Domestic & Sexual Abuse Strategy 2023-2028. Based on the needs assessment that was commissioned to meet our statutory obligations under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, we have unmet need around: - Reporting of domestic abuse in more affluent areas of the borough was less than in areas of deprivation. - Older victims / survivors due to the varying age demographics across Sefton. - Male victims - Ensuring the voices of those with lived experience of domestic abuse are being fully utilised.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: There are 2 x12 month extension options available following the 3 year core period.

### Planning Information

Sefton is seeking to procure a fully Integrated Domestic Abuse Service (IDAS) from 2025 for a minimum of 3 years. The service will provide holistic support to victims/survivors and families of domestic abuse, irrespective of protected characteristic or risk level. The service will provide therapeutic counselling to those who require it in order to build resilience and aid recovery from the long-term effects of domestic abuse. The service will address the priorities outlined in the action plan accompanying the Domestic & Sexual Abuse Strategy 2023-2028.
Based on the needs assessment that was commissioned to meet our statutory obligations under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, we have unmet need around:
 Reporting of domestic abuse in more affluent areas of the borough was less than in areas of deprivation.
 Older victims / survivors due to the varying age demographics across Sefton.
 Male victims
 Ensuring the voices of those with lived experience of domestic abuse are being fully utilised.
Key themes from Domestic Homicide Reviews (DHRs) also highlight the importance of the following:
 Understanding and awareness of domestic abuse including – what domestic abuse can consist of, knowledge of family violence and abuse, understanding the barriers victims can face (particularly for older people, men and victims with other complex needs).
 Providing an appropriate response including – being trauma informed, using professional curiosity, appropriately identifying risk, knowing what support services are available.
We are proposing to procure a victim/survivor focused Integrated Community Domestic Abuse service that operates on a network approach. As a minimum, the following core services are required:
 Domestic Abuse Helpline.
 Drop in and 1:1 support for adult victims/survivors.
 1:1 support for children and young people.
 Group recovery support programmes for adults and children.
 Counselling and therapeutic support.
 Universal Healthy Relationship education for children and young people.
 Multi-agency training and volunteer coordination.
 Promotional resources that clearly outline what support is available and how to access it.
By attending the event we aim for you to
 Have the opportunity to discuss with commissioners and provide feedback on the approach adopted in the development of the required specification for future Integrated Domestic Abuse services in Sefton.
 Engage with the council to provide feedback into the design of the procurement process and contract management elements
 Have the opportunity to meet with other like-minded providers of the services to residents of the borough of Sefton.
The event is open to providers delivering or wishing to deliver Integrated Domestic Abuse services to residents in Sefton. The supplier event will be held on Tuesday 1st April 2025 10.00am until 12.00pm.
The event will be hosted in the Kingfisher Room at Crosby Lakeside & Adventure Centre, Cambridge Road, Waterloo, L22 1RR.
How to take part
To participate, you must express your interest to attend by uploading and submitting this form, via the Chest, by 12 noon on Friday 28th March 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052913-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 May 2025 |
| Future notice date | 1 Apr 2025 |
| Award date | 20 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | 2030-03-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,800,000 |
| Lots value | £2,800,000 |
| Awards value | £2,800,000 |
| Contracts value | £2,800,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Additional buyers | NHS CHESHIRE AND MERSEYSIDE ICB; SEFTON COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD61 Warrington |
| Local authority | Warrington |
| Electoral ward | Bewsey and Whitecross |
| Westminster constituency | Warrington South |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SEFTON WOMEN'S & CHILDREN'S AID |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 85300000 - Social work and related services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 1 Sep 2025 at 15:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052913-2025
- 21 Jul 2025 at 15:11 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041758-2025
- 24 Apr 2025 at 13:46 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016809-2025
- 11 Mar 2025 at 13:37 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008726-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052913-2025
  1st September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041758-2025
  21st July 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016809-2025
  24th April 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008726-2025
  11th March 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://sefton.gov.uk
- http://www.swaca.com
- https://procontract.due-north.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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