Domestic Abuse Flexible Funding

Tender description

Cambridgeshire County Council have responsibility for safe accommodation for victims of domestic abuse, as part of the statutory duty on local authorities defined in the Domestic Abuse Act 2021. Part of the strategy to meet this duty includes the provision of 'flexible funding' to meet the needs of victims of domestic abuse who need to flee, or need support to stay safe in their own homes. We are seeking a solution that enables products to be purchased and delivered to clients directly, with the flexibility to provide cash/vouchers as an alternative. Examples of products that could be purchased for clients are as follows. This list is not exhaustive.: White goods Furniture Security items such as video doorbells, cameras and DASH - CAMS Household items Taxi or public transport fares Supermarket or other gift vouchers Utility bill payment/credit Flexibility to provide cash directly