Domestic Abuse Support for Male Victims - Helpline Worker

Leicestershire County Council has awarded a contract for a project titled "Domestic Abuse Support for Male Victims - Helpline Worker," aimed at providing specialist helpline support services. This procurement falls under the health and social work services category and is located in Leicester, UK (region UKF22). The procurement followed an open method with a below-threshold open competition approach.

The contract was awarded to Freeva, a supplier classified as a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE), and has a contract period starting on 1st September 2025, ending 31st August 2026, with potential extensions up to 2028. This contract was signed on 31st August 2025, with a gross value amounting to £158,446. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for suppliers capable of delivering specialised support services in the community and social welfare sectors, particularly those focusing on male victims of domestic abuse.

Businesses that are SMEs or VCSEs, and those located within or around the Leicester region, would find this contract particularly suited to their market segment. Companies offering high-quality services with competitive pricing could leverage this opportunity for growth, given the tender's emphasis on a balance of quality and cost in the award criteria. This contract also offers annual renewal options, providing further opportunities to secure continued business.