---
title: "Provision of Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f735"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-28"
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# Provision of Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service

Buyer: BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f735

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council, focused on the provision of a Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service under the industry category of health and social work services. The service aims to support women and their children residing at Amber House, particularly those fleeing violence and abuse, providing accommodation and emotional support tailored to cultural and gender needs. This contract, awarded to Cyfannol Women's Aid, was conducted under an open procedure, classified as a light-touch regime, with Welsh devolved regulations applied. The award was announced on 28th April 2026, post-completion of the tender stage which closed on 20th January 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st May 2026, running until 31st March 2029, with potential extensions subject to performance and funding.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social and health services to enhance their portfolio and impact within the community. Although the award was made to a large organisation, Cyfannol Women's Aid, the procurement process offers insights for SMEs and VCSEs to assess their capabilities and future participation. Companies with experience in providing safety and support services for individuals experiencing domestic abuse are well-positioned to compete in similar tenders, especially those focused on culturally sensitive and comprehensive support frameworks. Participating in tenders like this enables growth through public sector partnerships, raising business profiles and contributing positively to local social infrastructure.

## Notice

The service will provide 24/7 housing related support to single women and women (aged 16 years or over, there is no upper age limit) and their children residing at the women's refuge, Amber House. Women accessing the service may have additional needs such as (not limited to) experiencing mental health issues, physical disabilities and substance misuse issues. The refuge will: * Provide emergency accommodation for single women and women with children fleeing Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV) * Provide single women and women with children with a place of safety, security and stability and the time to make informed decisions about their future * Provide culturally aware and gender informed emotional and practical support * Provide effective housing related support to enable women affected by VAWDASV to rebuild their lives and make the transition to a settled home

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended for 2 years at 12 month intervals and subject to performance and funding

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038853-2026 |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | 2030-09-02 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,315,273 |
| Lots value | £2,315,273 |
| Awards value | £2,312,992 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BLAENAU GWENT COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EBBW VALE |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP23 6DN |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL53 Gwent Valleys |
| Local authority | Blaenau Gwent |
| Electoral ward | Ebbw Vale South |
| Westminster constituency | Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney |
| Delivery location | TLL16 Gwent Valleys |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CYFANNOL WOMEN'S AID |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85000000 - Health and social work services

## Release History

- 28 Apr 2026 at 17:06 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038853-2026
- 16 Dec 2025 at 17:10 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083567-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038853-2026
  28th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083567-2025
  16th December 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com
  Tender pack and all associated documents are accessible via Etenderwales at the web address https://etenderwales.ukp.app.jaggaer.com and reference Itt_122114 Provision of Womens Refuge and Floating Support Service Tender deadline is 12 noon Tuesday 20th January 2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blaenau-gwent.gov.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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