Decision details

Approval of contract variation

1.  That the extension of the domestic abuse service element of the current contract with Refuge, for a period of 3 months from 7 November 2025 to 6 February 2026, at a cost of £179,569.40 with an option to extend for a further contingency period of up to 3 months until 6 May 2026 at a cost of £181,441.35, be approved.

2.  That the extension of the supported accommodation element of the current contract with Refuge, for a period of 12 months from 7 November 2025 to 6 November 2026, at a cost of £180,847.75, be approved.

3.  That it be noted that the total cost of extending both service elements; domestic abuse service for 3 months, and accommodation support for 12 months to be £362,289.  The option of a further 3-month extension for the domestic abuse service for the full duration, would cost an additional £181,441.35, making a total maximum contract value of £541,858.50.