Domestic Abuse Supported Accommodation Services Contract

Westmorland and Furness Council is commissioning domestic abuse supported accommodation services through two separate contracts to provide safe, secure, and supportive housing for individuals and families affected by domestic abuse. Contract Details: - Contract 1 (South Lakeland and Eden): Core accommodation service, community outreach, therapeutic support, and lived experience services - Contract 2 (Barrow): Core accommodation service, community outreach, therapeutic support, and lived experience services About the Service: The service will support the Council's legal obligations under the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, ensuring victims and survivors of domestic abuse—including children—have access to appropriate accommodation-based support. The service must use a person-centred, trauma-informed approach focused on safety, recovery, independence, and long-term wellbeing. Key Expectations: The successful provider will deliver flexible, responsive services that meet diverse local needs, prevent homelessness, reduce harm, and help survivors rebuild their lives. Providers must collaborate with statutory, voluntary, and community sector partners to ensure coordinated support across the area. Deadline and Process: This is an invitation to tender. Interested suppliers should review the full procurement documentation for eligibility criteria, service specifications, and submission requirements.