Nepean-Blue Mountains and North-West Sydney Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services (WDVCASs)

### ⚖️ Tender Overview Legal Aid NSW has issued an open tender (RFT-2012864) to appoint a qualified provider for the **Nepean-Blue Mountains and North-West Sydney Women’s Domestic Violence Court Advocacy Services (WDVCAS)**. This critical initiative is part of the NSW Government’s **Safer Pathway** program, designed to provide integrated support for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence. ### 📋 Key Requirements & Scope The successful provider will be responsible for the comprehensive management of WDVCAS operations from **July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028**. Core responsibilities include: * **Staffing:** Recruitment and management of specialized WDVCAS personnel. * **Service Delivery:** Providing threat assessments, safety planning, case management, and court advocacy. * **Compliance:** Ensuring adherence to the WDVCAP Policy and Procedures Manual and the Safety Action Meeting (SAM) Manual. * **Financial Oversight:** Managing budgets and overarching performance metrics. ### 🏢 Eligibility & Qualifications This opportunity is strictly limited to **non-government, not-for-profit, incorporated entities** operating in NSW, or those formed by an Act of Parliament. Bidders must demonstrate strong organizational capacity, financial stability, and a proven track record in community and social services. Evaluation will focus on capability, risk management, and social outcomes. ### 🎯 Desired Outcomes The primary goal is to ensure victims of domestic violence receive timely, consistent, and effective responses. This includes facilitating **Safety Action Meetings (SAMs)** for high-risk individuals and providing seamless case coordination within the Sydney metro region. ### 🔍 Search Keywords Domestic Violence Support, Court Advocacy, Legal Aid NSW, Social Services Tender, Safer Pathway, Case Management, Women's Safety, Nepean-Blue Mountains, North-West Sydney, Not-for-Profit Opportunity.