Tender

Forensic Psychologist in Training (FPiT) Qualification

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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29 Nov 2024 at 16:02

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Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is seeking suppliers to provide a stage 2 HCPC approved qualification in Forensic Psychology training to up to 70 Forensic Psychologists in Training (FPiTs) per year, totalling up to 280 over the contract period. This tender is under the category of education and training services and applies across various locations in England and Wales, including the North East, North West, and London. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with a deadline for responses on 14th January 2025. The contract will commence on 1st May 2025 and is set to conclude on 30th April 2033. The total contract value is £2,016,000 ex VAT, which will be divided among up to four contracts.

This tender presents a considerable opportunity for businesses specialising in higher education and training services and those experienced in providing adult-education services at a university level. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to apply. Successful contractors will be instrumental in shaping the future workforce of Forensic Psychologists in the UK, contributing directly to public safety and the reform of the criminal justice system, thus fostering business growth through long-term engagement and high-impact service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Forensic Psychologist in Training (FPiT) Qualification

Notice Description

This is a call for competition. The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) works to protect the public and reduce reoffending and has responsibility for various parts of the justice system, including the Courts, prisons, probation services and attendance centres. MoJ works in partnership with other government departments and agencies to reform the criminal justice system, to serve the public and support the victims of crime. In support of MoJ, His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) Psychological Services Group and Forensic Psychology Services (FPS) Wales employs Forensic Psychologists to undertake a range of tasks which includes assessment and intervention, research, consultancy and training. PSG/FPS are the largest employers of Forensic Psychologists in England and Wales. Forensic Psychologist is a protected title. To be qualified to use this title, individuals must successfully complete a course of training that meets the requirements of the HCPC standards of proficiency in Forensic Psychology. To work as a FPiT in the UK, and to use this protected title, individuals must engage in a course of training that meets the requirements of the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the standards of proficiency in Forensic Psychology. The requirement of this tender is to provide a stage 2 HCPC approved qualification in Forensic Psychology training route that will, on completion, confer registration with the HCPC for those individuals undertaking the training. The MoJ are seeking up to four suppliers to provide training for up to 70 Forensic Psychologists in Training (FPiTs) per year (up to 280 in total over the length of the contract) with the opportunity to achieve the stage 2 FPiT qualification. The maximum total contract value is PS2,016,000 ex VAT and will be shared across up to four contracts, with an anticipated contract value range of between PS288,000.00 ex VAT and PS1,080.000.00 ex VAT. The FPiT will be based in various locations across England and Wales aligned to individual prisons. Additional information: The Ministry of Justice will be performing events through its e-Sourcing Portal. The eSourcing Portal is an online application that allows all potential suppliers to create and submit their responses to this Request for Proposal via the internet rather than in paper form. Please register via https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html Should you require any support, please contact the Jaggaer support team on 0845 0100 132 or esourcing@justice.gov.uk Once registered, please search using the ITT reference: ITT_9040 - Forensic Psychologist in Training Qualification to access this opportunity and the procurement documents. Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Jaggaer eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. As a user of the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Jaggaer messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2c1e6026-a83e-444f-ac80-29062e0a8575
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06519931-75a8-4703-b6e5-76e2d5e82e79
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80300000 - Higher education services

80330000 - Safety education services

80340000 - Special education services

80400000 - Adult and other education services

80430000 - Adult-education services at university level

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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