Domestic Abuse Accommodation Triage, Outreach Service and Sanctuary Scheme Framework

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Suffolk County Council is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement to provide Domestic Abuse Accommodation Triage, Outreach Service and Sanctuary Scheme. This procurement is for services listed within schedule 3 of The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and as a result are subject to the Light Touch Regime under those regulations. Therefore, the Council is not obliged to comply with the full requirements of the 2015 Regulations, however the principles will be applied. The framework will be for a duration of 3 years commencing 1st April 2023 with the option to extend for up to a further 2 years. The anticipated total value of the framework (including the extension period) is approximately £ £1,553,330. The framework will consist of 2 Lots. Lot 1 - Domestic Abuse Accommodation Triage (ATP) and Domestic Abuse Outreach Service and 24/7 Helpline (+live chat)Lot 2 - Sanctuary SchemeThe submission deadline is 9th November 2022 at 12noon. Lot 1: Domestic Abuse Accommodation Triage (ATP) and Domestic Abuse Outreach Service & 24/7 Helpline (+live chat) Part 1 - Accommodation Triage:We are seeking a provider to oversee and facilitate access to the accommodation procured through our Domestic Abuse Accommodation Service. This will include receiving referrals from professionals seeking accommodation for victims fleeing domestic abuse, having oversight of each accommodation type (including physical make up, location, nearby amenities) and liaising with the accommodation provider to agree a suitable placement and subsequent ‘warm handover’ by the accommodation provider.Part 2 – Domestic Abuse Outreach Service & 24/7 Helpline (and live chat):The Service will offer an accessible, community based and digital service across Suffolk for medium risk victims of domestic abuse and their children - providing appropriate information, support and interventions to maintain their safety, enable them to recover and rebuild stability, resilience and wellbeing. Lot 2: Sanctuary Scheme The Service will install physical safety measures (e.g. locks, bolts, chains, fire alarms/lock letterboxes, property marking kits, lighting timers, etc) in the homes of high-risk victims of domestic abuse (privately owned or rented accommodation only). This will enable victims to remain in their own home –negating the need for multiple visits from different trades people, the upheaval of moving to a different location and away from essential family/friend networks.