Scope
Reference
DN796250
Description
The cost of the new service will be met through New Burdens funding.
A full open procurement process is planned to take place in the coming months that will seek to appoint a contractor for a 3-year (+ 1 + 1) contract.
Capacity and demand for this service will be monitored over the life of the contract. Increased investment will be considered in light of funding made available for Domestic Abuse services, and will be approved in accordance with the Council's Financial Procedure Rules
Total value (estimated)
- £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
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services
Contract locations
- UKD - North West (England)
Engagement
Engagement deadline
24 November 2025
Engagement process description
The event is open to providers delivering or wishing to deliver Domestic Abuse refuge support services to residents in Sefton. The supplier event will be held on Monday 24th November 2025 10.00am until 12.00pm.
The event will be hosted at Crosby Lakeside & Adventure Centre, Cambridge Road, Waterloo, L22 1RR.
Expressions of interest to be sent via the chest https://procontract.due-north.com
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
26 January 2026
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
Region: UKD73 - Sefton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government