Published date: 6 December 2017

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Closing: 31 January 2018

Contract summary

Industry

  • Social services - 85320000

Location of contract

North West

Value of contract

£497,850

Procurement reference

W&FSDec17

Published date

6 December 2017

Closing date

31 January 2018

Contract start date

1 October 2018

Contract end date

30 September 2023

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure (above threshold)

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

This procedure can be used for procurements above the relevant contract value threshold.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes


Description

The Provider will use asset-based approaches to focus on early detection and help for women and their families who have the often overlapping issues of domestic abuse; mental health issues and drug & alcohol misuse. The Service will also contribute to reducing reoffending (ensuring offenders complete their community orders and licenses) with an overall aim of developing a safe, independent life with better health and wellbeing for all women and their families who attend.

The Core Service elements of the Service are:
- Provision of advice and support to women - in 1:1 and groups.
- Risk assessment & safety planning for women & their families.
- Assistance to overcome issues related to women & their families.
- Referral & assistance to engage with other relevant agencies
- Where appropriate, provide crèche facilities which allow women with children to ensure care for their children aged 5 years and under, whilst they are utilising this Service.
Full Details are available from - https://www.the-chest.org.uk/


About the buyer

Contact name

Francine Cooper

Address

Dukinfield Town Hall
Dukinfield
SK16 4LA
England

Email

francine.cooper@tameside.gov.uk