Conversion Practices Victim Support Service

Buyer
Cabinet Office
Value
£180,000
Closes
9 November 2026
Where
London
Type
Open tender

In plain English

The Cabinet Office is funding a support service for victims of conversion practices (harmful attempts to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity). They want either a new dedicated helpline and website, or integration of this support into an existing helpline. The service will provide counselling signposting, safety advice, and pastoral care to victims and their concerned family members.

What the buyer wants

• Set up and run a confidential helpline and website providing support, advice, and signposting for conversion practice victims and their families • Provide initial pastoral care, emergency referrals (police, housing, domestic abuse services), and personal safety guidance • Work with safeguarding professionals and ensure the service is trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and accessible

Likely requirements

Our reading of the notice. Always check the tender documents.

This contract is for a specialist victim support and counselling service, not a trade service; most builders, electricians, cleaners, or plumbers will be disqualified unless they are running an established counselling or support charity with existing helpline infrastructure and relevant accreditations in victim support or mental health.

How to bid

This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.

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