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title: "Domestic Abuse Refuge Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d96b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-08"
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# Domestic Abuse Refuge Service

Buyer: SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d96b

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## Summary

Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for the Domestic Abuse Refuge Service, with the contract awarded on 8th May 2026. This service, set to commence on 1st July 2026, involves the operation of refuge premises with One Vision Housing, providing safe accommodation for women and children in the UKD region. The service aligns with the goals of the Domestic & Sexual Abuse Strategy 2023-2028 and is intended to run for a minimum of three years, with potential extensions. The procurement method employed was an open procedure with a 'light touch' regime, and the contract value is £879,918.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses operating within the health and social work services sector, especially those capable of delivering social and personal services. Companies with experience in providing safe and supported accommodation in response to domestic abuse needs will find this project highly beneficial. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate efficiency and social value will likely be better suited, given the prior assessment criteria valuing quality and cost. Engaging in such tenders not only aids in expanding business operations but also offers the chance to contribute positively to community welfare.

## Notice

Sefton is seeking to procure a Domestic Abuse Refuge Service from June 2026 for a minimum of 3 years. The service will operate the refuge premises which are provided by One Vision Housing comprising 5 x 1- & 2-bedroom self-contained units to provide safe, supported accommodation for women and children fleeing domestic abuse. The service will address several of the priorities outlined in the action plan accompanying the Domestic & Sexual Abuse Strategy 2023-2028.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Any additional domestic abuse refuge services that may become required during the period on contract. This is not envisaged, but could become possible if additional funding is made available.

Renewal: option for 2 further extensions, each of 12 months

### Planning Information

The event is open to providers delivering or wishing to deliver Domestic Abuse refuge support services to residents in Sefton. The supplier event will be held on Monday 24th November 2025 10.00am until 12.00pm. 
The event will be hosted at Crosby Lakeside & Adventure Centre, Cambridge Road, Waterloo, L22 1RR. 
Expressions of interest to be sent via the chest https://procontract.due-north.com

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042587-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award 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 | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | 7 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2031-01-26 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £890,000 |
| Lots value | £890,000 |
| Awards value | £879,918 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SEFTON METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BOOTLE |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L20 7AE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD73 Sefton |
| Local authority | Sefton |
| Electoral ward | Linacre |
| Westminster constituency | Bootle |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WHAG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 13:46 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042587-2026
- 26 Jan 2026 at 11:17 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006534-2026
- 4 Nov 2025 at 08:35 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070655-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042587-2026
  8th May 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006534-2026
  26th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070655-2025
  4th November 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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