Scope
Reference
100107
Description
Supporting victims, survivors, witnesses, and those harmed by crime is at the heart of this Police and Crime Plan, helping people to get justice. The Mayor will continue to commission the most appropriate services that victims and witnesses need, building on the excellent work already being undertaken around priorities. The West Yorkshire Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Service and Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) service embracing the concept of: Work with people who have experienced rape and sexual assault and stalking and provide a confidential service offering impartial and independent advice. ISVA and ISAC support varies based on the individual needs of the victim/survivor. The support is primarily through the criminal justice process, offering emotional and practical support and acts as the main point of contact for a victim/survivor and can liaise with the police on their behalf if needed. The anticipated budget is £6.8 million across the full 7 year period if all extension periods are taken for both contracts. Procurement identifier (OCID): ocds-h6vhtk-05019e
Total value (estimated)
- £6,846,000 excluding VAT
- £8,215,200 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Main procurement category
Services
Contract locations
- UKE4 - West Yorkshire
Not the same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1 West Yorkshire Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Service
Description
Supporting victims, survivors, witnesses, and those harmed by crime is at the heart of this Police and Crime Plan, helping people to get justice. The Mayor will continue to commission the most appropriate services that victims and witnesses need, building on the excellent work already being undertaken around priorities. The West Yorkshire Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Service which embraces the concept of: Work with people who have experienced rape and sexual assault and stalking and provide a confidential service offering impartial and independent advice. ISVA support varies based on the individual needs of the victim/survivor. The support is primarily through the criminal justice process, offering emotional and practical support and acts as the main point of contact for a victim/survivor and can liaise with the police on their behalf if needed.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,040,000 excluding VAT
- £6,048,000 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 1 April 2029
- Possible extension to 1 April 2033
- 7 years, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Included is an extension option of two, 2-year periods (total 7 years).
CPV classifications
- 85312320 - Counselling services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Same for all lots
Contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2 - Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) Service
Description
Supporting victims, survivors, witnesses, and those harmed by crime is at the heart of this Police and Crime Plan, helping people to get justice. The Mayor will continue to commission the most appropriate services that victims and witnesses need, building on the excellent work already being undertaken around priorities. The West Yorkshire Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) service embracing the concept of: Work with people who have experienced rape and sexual assault and stalking and provide a confidential service offering impartial and independent advice. ISAC support varies based on the individual needs of the victim/survivor. The support is primarily through the criminal justice process, offering emotional and practical support and acts as the main point of contact for a victim/survivor and can liaise with the police on their behalf if needed.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,806,000 excluding VAT
- £2,167,200 including VAT
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 December 2025 to 30 November 2028
- Possible extension to 30 November 2032
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
Included is an extension option of two, 2-year periods (total 7 years).
CPV classifications
- 85312320 - Counselling services
Same for all lots
Contract locations are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot LOT-0001. Lot 1 West Yorkshire Independent Sexual Violence Adviser (ISVA) Service
Lot LOT-0002. Lot 2 - Independent Stalking Advocacy Caseworker (ISAC) Service
Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
2 July 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
28 July 2025, 12:00am
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
12 September 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Methodology | Quality |
| Resources | Quality |
| Project Management | Quality |
| Service Design & Delivery | Quality |
| Quality & Impact | Quality |
| Social Value | Quality |
Weighting description
Quality = 80% Weighting Price = 20% Weighting
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
Potential legislative or policy changes: It is not possible to address the potential impact of legislative or policy changes upfront in the contract because the nature, timing, and scope of such changes are inherently uncertain and outside the control of both the contracting authority and the supplier. Future legislation or policy shifts may introduce new requirements or alter existing frameworks in ways that cannot be predicted at the time of contract drafting. Attempting to pre-emptively incorporate such unknowns into the contract would risk creating vague or unworkable provisions. West Yorkshire funding allocation from 1 April 2026 is not yet confirmed by the Ministry of Justice: It is not possible to fully address the potential impact of such risks upfront in the contract because the funding allocation is determined externally by the Ministry of Justice and is outside the control of both the contracting authority and the supplier. Without confirmed details regarding future funding levels, it is not feasible to define specific contractual commitments or resource allocations beyond the current funding period. Including provisions based on unconfirmed assumptions could result in unrealistic obligations or financial exposure for either party.
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
West Yorkshire Combined Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHYG-7328-ZLQJ
Wellington House, 40-50 Wellington Street
Leeds
LS1 2DE
United Kingdom
Contact name: Sukhninder Kaur
Email: commercialteam@westyorks-ca.gov.uk
Website: https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk
Region: UKE42 - Leeds
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government