Domestic Abuse Support

Blackpool Council, a public authority functioning at the sub-central government level in the UK, has completed a procurement process to provide domestic abuse support services in Blackpool. The procurement utilised an open procedure under a light-touch regime, indicating a tailored, flexible approach to procurement, and the process reached the award stage on 17th June 2025, with a contract signed on 16th June 2025. The service falls under the health and social work services industry category, and the contract, valued at £1,421,400, covers the period from 4th August 2025 to 3rd August 2028, with the potential for a 24-month extension.

The primary location of service delivery is Blackpool, situated within the UKD42 region. This tender presents substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for organisations experienced in delivering supportive social services. The open procurement method allows a broad range of suppliers to participate, with an emphasis on quality, social value, and competitive pricing.

SMEs and voluntary sector enterprises, such as the successful bidder Fylde Coast Women's Aid, which is a small and medium-sized enterprise with a social mission, are well-positioned to compete for such contracts. The contract allows for the inclusion of additional related services, providing further opportunities for suppliers to expand their scope of work and engage with Blackpool Council over a longer term.