Provision of Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service

Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council is seeking tenders for the provision of Women's Refuge and Floating Support Service, a procurement process classified under the health and social work services category. This contract, initiated in December 2025, is currently in the tender stage with an enquiry period closing on 13th January 2026, followed by a deadline for submissions on 20th January 2026. The service, located in Ebbw Vale, aims to provide crucial support for women and children affected by domestic violence at Amber House, helping them transition to independent living.

This opportunity is governed under Welsh devolved regulations and will adhere to relevant legislative requirements, with a contract period slated to start on 1st April 2026 potentially lasting until 31st March 2031, subject to renewals. Businesses specialising in social services, particularly those experienced in supporting vulnerable populations, will find strategic growth opportunities in responding to this tender. The open procurement procedure favours competitive submissions, with an emphasis on quality and cost efficiency, allocating 80% weight to technical quality criteria and 20% to pricing.

Compatibility with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) is highlighted, making this tender an advantageous prospect for businesses aiming to expand service offerings within the public sector, especially those adept at navigating light touch contracts and delivering culturally sensitive and gender-informed support services. Interested parties can access the tender documents via the eTenderWales platform.