Scope
Reference
DN802462
Description
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.
19th June 2026 to 18th June 2029 with the option for 2 further extensions, each of 12 months
Total value (estimated)
- £890,000 excluding VAT
- £1,068,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 19 June 2026 to 18 June 2029
- Possible extension to 18 June 2031
- 5 years
Description of possible extension:
option for 2 further extensions, each of 12 months
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
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.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
23 February 2026, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
2 March 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
27 April 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 26 January 2031
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| QUALITY INC SOCIAL VALUE | Quality | 75% |
| PRESENTATION/INTERVIEW | Quality | 15% |
| price | Cost | 10% |
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PTHP-5656-DLCN
Bootle Town Hall
Bootle
L20 7AE
United Kingdom
Email: cdp@sefton.gov.uk
Website: http://sefton.gov.uk
Region: UKD73 - Sefton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government