Scope
Reference
DN795494
Description
The opportunity is for a provider of a Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Change Programme for South Yorkshire.
The South Yorkshire Partnership of Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham, Sheffield Councils and the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) are seeking to collaboratively commission a provider/s who can deliver through one contract:
- A Domestic Abuse (DA) perpetrator behaviour change programme for those aged 16+
- A Domestic Abuse (DA) Out of Court Resolution programme
- An integrated victim / survivor support service
- A county wide training offer
SYMCA will be the lead commissioner.
Following the Mayoral election in May 2024, the Mayor took on the functions of the Police and Crime Commissioner. These functions include listening to the needs of communities, securing victim support services, setting the objectives for the police force, and holding the Chief Constable to account.
The Provider must be ready to commence delivery of the full service on 1st April 2026. A consortium approach would be considered if more than one provider wishes to work together within the single contract.
Please be advised that this contract was referred to as South Yorkshire Domestic Abuse Perpetrator Programme - Inspire to Change, our reference DN787338 in the previous linked notice.
Total value (estimated)
- £2,170,000 excluding VAT
- £2,604,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029
- Possible extension to 31 March 2033
- 7 years
Description of possible extension:
The Authority reserves the right to extend the contract for a further 4 x 12-month periods subject to satisfactory performance and availability of funding.
Options
The right to additional purchases while the contract is valid.
The scope of the contract may be extended at a later date to incorporate the nationally recognised DRIVE Model for working with high-risk, high-harm perpetrators however, this DOES NOT exclude bidders who do not currently provide or plan to provide the DRIVE Model from this opportunity and will be subject to funding and consultation.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 75200000 - Provision of services to the community
Contract locations
- UKE3 - South Yorkshire
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Please see tender documents.
Technical ability conditions of participation
Please see tender documents.
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Tender submission deadline
27 November 2025, 4:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Associated tender documents
https://procontract.due-north.com/
All associated tender documents can be found via the above Tender Portal
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
12 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Bids that exceed the maximum annual contract value available will be non-compliant and will not be evaluated. The Procurement Specific Questionnaire including Conditions of Participation will be... |
Quality | 100% |
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
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDBT-6675-QXPN
11 Broad Street West
Sheffield
S1 2BQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKE32 - Sheffield
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government