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title: "Research into Early Detection & Prevention of Domestic Abuse Victim Suicide"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06940b"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LANCASHIRE"
published: "2026-05-08"
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# Research into Early Detection & Prevention of Domestic Abuse Victim Suicide

Buyer: POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LANCASHIRE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06940b

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lancashire focuses on a scoping study titled "Research into Early Detection & Prevention of Domestic Abuse Victim Suicide." The project is aimed at enhancing early detection and prevention measures for domestic abuse-related suicides within Lancashire. This project falls under the services category and is specifically concerned with research and development services. The process has advanced to the Contract Award stage as of 8th May 2026, with the contract being signed on 30th April 2026. The procurement method used was direct, below the threshold without competition. The awarded contract, valued at £29,777.91, commenced on 1st May 2026 and will conclude on 1st November 2026.

This contract presents an opportunity for establishments that specialise in research and development services, especially those with expertise in social and health-related issues. The involvement of agencies such as the police, domestic abuse services, and local authorities indicates a multidisciplinary approach, making it ideal for organisations capable of collaborating across various sectors. Businesses with a strong regional presence in Lancashire or those looking to expand their influence in the North West of England would find this opportunity beneficial for growth. Additionally, companies with a track record in devising intervention strategies for high-risk groups may find this contract well-suited to their capabilities.

## Notice

The scoping study focuses on early detection and prevention of DA victim suicide, at a local level across Lancashire. The overarching aims are: To bring together agencies (police, DA agencies, health, mental health, local authorities and others) across Lancashire to pool knowledge and information, in order to better detect and prevent victim suicide after domestic abuse; and To identify whether any screening/assessment tools and interventions currently exist which truly identify and intervene with DA victims at highest risk of suicide; or could be adapted to do so.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042228-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 1 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £29,777 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR LANCASHIRE |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR4 5SB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNIVERSITY OF LANCASHIRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 8 May 2026 at 07:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042228-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042228-2026
  8th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-15689

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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