Domestic Abuse Service for People Causing Harm across Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, and Southampton

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has concluded a procurement process for a Domestic Abuse Service targeting individuals causing harm across Hampshire, the Isle of Wight, Portsmouth, and Southampton. This contract, awarded to HAMPTON TRUST, was announced on 18th December 2025. It is a service contract falling under the services category and has been established through an open procedure with a light-touch procurement regime.

The awarded contract, commencing on 1st April 2026, will run for three years with options for extension, supporting the region's commitment to tackling domestic abuse through tailored interventions. Key locations include Fareham and Southampton, with a focus on guidance, counselling, and rehabilitation services. This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and organisations within the voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sector.

Such entities are well-positioned to benefit from the contract's requirement for innovative, needs-led approaches to reducing harm in intimate and non-intimate relationships. Successful bidders can leverage their expertise in delivering impactful counselling and supportive services, contributing to the regional strategy against domestic abuse while expanding their service offerings. The contract value and potential for further extensions provide a stable foundation for business growth, encouraging participation from businesses committed to social impact and community well-being.