--- title: "Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support Service HDG/2025/944" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "STOKE ON TRENT CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-04-08" --- # Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support Service HDG/2025/944 Buyer: STOKE ON TRENT CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064b1b.json) ## Summary Stoke on Trent City Council is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support Service HDG/2025/944". The procurement falls under the services category, specifically covering social work and related services, and is set within the UKG23 region in the United Kingdom. This open procedure is active, with an estimated value of GBP 2,747,000 and a gross amount of GBP 3,296,400. Key dates include the tender period ending on 20th May 2026, at 14:00 GMT, and the award period culminates on 23rd July 2026. The project will commence on 1st October 2026, with a completion date of 30th September 2029, and optional extensions possible. The DASSA service is designed to provide comprehensive support for victims of domestic abuse within Stoke-on-Trent, adhering to legislative requirements by offering specialist services within safe accommodations. This tender presents viable growth opportunities for businesses specializing in delivering social services, particularly those with experience in domestic abuse support. SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially encouraged to participate, as the council is seeking a provider or a consortium with a flexible and innovative approach. Successful bidders will be able to contribute to a significant social cause, enhancing their corporate social responsibility credentials. Moreover, the project entails a suite of services, including safe accommodations, move-on support, and personalized floating support, thereby welcoming diverse expertise from various segments of the support service industry. Involvement in such a project not only expands the business portfolio but also builds a legacy of community impact and service excellence. ## Notice Stoke-on-Trent is committed to creating a safer, stronger city where all residents can live free from Domestic Abuse. The vision is to prevent domestic abuse from happening and to respond appropriately and effectively to those vulnerable to, or affected by, domestic abuse. The Council is looking to commission a holistic Domestic Abuse Sanctuary and Safe Accommodation (DASSA) Support service for people (victims) who are experiencing or who have been subject to domestic abuse in Stoke-on-Trent. The DASSA Support Service will, in accordance with legislative guidance, provide specialist domestic abuse support for victims of domestic abuse and their children within relevant Safe Accommodation. The service will comprise several individual components. ### Planning Information To register your interest in delivering the service/s please email victoria.millns@stoke.gov.uk by 12 noon on 27th February 2026, if you wish to attend the Market Engagement Event to take place on 3rd March 2026 at the Civic Centre, Stoke where further information will be shared regarding the tender, which will also include time for networking opportunities. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031778-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 20 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 16 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 | | Recurrence | 2030-04-01 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,747,000 | | Lots value | £2,747,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | STOKE ON TRENT CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | STOKE-ON-TRENT | | Post town | Stoke-on-Trent | | Postcode | ST4 1HH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent | | Local authority | Stoke-on-Trent | | Electoral ward | Hartshill Park & Stoke | | Westminster constituency | Stoke-on-Trent Central | | Delivery location | TLG23 Stoke-on-Trent | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85300000 - Social work and related services ## Release History - 8 Apr 2026 at 09:27 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031778-2026 - 9 Feb 2026 at 13:35 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011374-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031778-2026 8th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011374-2026 9th February 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.stoke.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=5a62b1ae-2833-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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