Provider of IRISi (Identification & Referral to Improve Safety Intervention)

The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership-Procurement Services, located in Baglan, UK, has awarded a contract for the "Provider of IRISi (Identification & Referral to Improve Safety Intervention)" to Calan DVS, a supplier based in Llandarcy, UK. This service contract, classified under CPV codes 85100000 and 85323000, focuses on providing Domestic Violence and Abuse (DVA) training for staff throughout the Swansea Bay University Health Board area. The procurement process has followed a direct award procedure under the Provider Selection Regime Wales, bypassing the typical public contest.

The contract, signed on 1st September 2025, spans from 10th September 2025 to 9th September 2028, emphasizing the continuity of critical health services. This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the health services sector, particularly those specializing in training and support services related to domestic violence and abuse. SMEs and providers who have experience in similar initiatives may find it advantageous to seek out such direct award opportunities under the Health Services (Provider Selection Regime) Wales, enabling them to deepen their engagement with public health organisations.

It illustrates the potential for businesses to secure government contracts through strategic engagement and by showcasing their capability to maintain and extend existing services without major changes, thus affirming their value and fostering long-term partnerships with public entities.