Issue - meetings

To approve the award of the new violence against women and girls (VAWG) support services contract to Bede House Association for an initial period of four years starting 7 February 2026.

RESOLVED:

1.  That the award of the new violence against women and girls (VAWG) support services contract to Bede House Association for an initial period of four years starting 7 February 2026, the year one cost is £738,400 with the total cost for the initial 4-year period of £3,209,578 (index linked) be approved.  The contract includes an option to extend a further two times for a period of four years and two years respectively, making a total maximum contract length of 10 years and a total estimated contract value of £8,407,584.

2.  That it also be noted that if any further funding should become available for inclusion in the contract, approval will be sought by way of a gateway 3 report at the appropriate time, by delegated authority to the strategic director of environmental, sustainability, and leisure.