Scope
Reference
PRJ_30530
Description
Multi lots to provide support and accommodation for women including specialisms in mental health, domestic abuse and physical health and refuge services. Suppliers please note that this is a UK1 Pipeline notice only and is not a current opportunity. Further information will be provided in subsequent notices.
Total value (estimated)
- £12,245,651 excluding VAT
- £14,694,782 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 May 2026 to 30 June 2029
- Possible extension to 30 June 2031
- 5 years, 2 months
Description of possible extension:
The initial term of the contract is 3 years with a permitted extension of 2 years. The maximum term for all 3 lots is 5 years.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
Contract locations
- UKI32 - Westminster
Lot Lot 1 (was 1). Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Description
This provision will be specifically designed for women who are experiencing, or have a history of, Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) and multiple disadvantage. The accommodation must be staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and equipped to support women with complex and high-risk needs.
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,281,523 excluding VAT
- £6,337,828 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 2. Mental Health and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Description
The Authority requires 40 units of accommodation-based support under this Lot. While the Authority's contract will cover support services only, bidders must demonstrate their ability to provide suitable accommodation-either directly, through a consortium, or via sub-contracting arrangements. Accommodation costs will be met through rent and Housing Benefit. The Authority will not be party to any licence or lease agreements between the Provider and the accommodation landlord, and such arrangements will fall outside the scope of the contract. To be eligible, tender submissions requires 40 units with a minimum of 10 units of accommodation-based support located within a single site
Lot value (estimated)
- £5,091,180 excluding VAT
- £6,109,416 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot Lot 3. Domestic Abuse Refuge for Women and Children Accommodation-Based Support
Description
The Authority is seeking a single Provider to deliver support services only for a Domestic Abuse Refuge Service within the borough of Westminster. This service will provide: Support to women and children fleeing domestic abuse, delivered Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with a robust out-of-hours response in place.
Lot value (estimated)
- £1,872,948 excluding VAT
- £2,247,538 including VAT
Same for all lots
CPV classifications, contract locations and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Participation
Legal and financial capacity conditions of participation
Lot Lot 1 (was 1). Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Lot Lot 2. Mental Health and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Lot Lot 3. Domestic Abuse Refuge for Women and Children Accommodation-Based Support
as detailed in the Invitation to Tender published on the Councills tender portal
Technical ability conditions of participation
Lot Lot 1 (was 1). Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Lot Lot 2. Mental Health and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Lot Lot 3. Domestic Abuse Refuge for Women and Children Accommodation-Based Support
as detailed in the Invitation to Tender published on the Councills tender portal
Particular suitability
Lot Lot 1 (was 1). Violence against Women and Girls (VAWG) and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Lot Lot 2. Mental Health and Multiple Disadvantage Accommodation-Based Support
Lot Lot 3. Domestic Abuse Refuge for Women and Children Accommodation-Based Support
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
19 January 2026, 4:00pm
Tender submission deadline
26 January 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)
8 April 2026
Recurring procurement
Publication date of next tender notice (estimated): 5 January 2031
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Envelope | Including Responsible Procurement and Social Value as detailed in the Invitation to Tender published on the Councills tender portal |
Quality | 60% |
| Commercial Envelope | as detailed in the Invitation to Tender published on the Councills tender portal |
Price | 40% |
Other information
Description of risks to contract performance
as detailed in the Invitation to Tender and other tender documents published on the Councills tender portal
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Westminster City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PJVD-6261-BPPJ
64 Victoria Street
London
SW1E 6QP
United Kingdom
Region: UKI32 - Westminster
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government