---
title: "Bedford Refuge for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence (2026 - 2029)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06882a"
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published: "2026-04-22"
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# Bedford Refuge for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence (2026 - 2029)

Buyer: BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06882a

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## Summary

Bedford Borough Council is overseeing a procurement process to operate a domestic abuse refuge in Bedford, announced on 22 April 2026. This tender, titled "Bedford Refuge for Women Fleeing Domestic Violence (2026 - 2029)," falls under the services category, specifically addressing social work and guidance services, and is situated in Bedford, UKH24 region. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, following an open procedure, with a submission deadline on 20 May 2026. The estimated contract value is £792,203.27 gross, with specific award criteria split between quality (60%) and price (40%). Interested parties can submit electronically with English as the mandated language, and the contract is slated to commence on 6 November 2026 for a three-year period with potential renewal options.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social work and domestic violence support services, providing a prospective contract valued at over £792,000. Organisations with expertise in managing refuges and delivering accommodation-based support will find this opportunity particularly fitting, encouraging growth through public sector engagement. Bedford Borough Council's focus on quality service alongside competitive pricing offers businesses a platform to leverage their expertise, potentially securing long-term contracts, including renewals up to 2031. This opens avenues for firms adept in handling sensitive social issues and presenting strategic bids to expand their market presence while contributing positively to the community welfare services.

## Notice

Bedford Borough Council invites applications to tender for a contract to provide accommodation-based support and operation of one domestic abuse refuge in Bedford Borough

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 24 months, taken in two periods of 12 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036442-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Nov 2026 - 5 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £660,169 |
| Lots value | £660,169 |
| 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 | BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | BEDFORD |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK42 9AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLH24 Bedford |
| Local authority | Bedford |
| Electoral ward | Cauldwell |
| Westminster constituency | Bedford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services

### Codes

- 85310000 - Social work services
- 85312310 - Guidance services

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 09:15 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036442-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036442-2026
  22nd April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/bedford/aspx/Home
  Bedford Borough Council InTend Portal

## Notice URLs

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

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