Tender

Custodial Healthcare Service Provision

THAMES VALLEY POLICE

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Summary of the contracting process

Thames Valley Police is seeking qualified and competent healthcare professionals for the provision of custodial healthcare services under the tender titled "Custodial Healthcare Service Provision". The contract, which falls under the industry categories of health services and social care, involves the deployment of healthcare staff in six main police custody suites across Berkshire (Maidenhead and Reading), Buckinghamshire (Aylesbury and Milton Keynes), and Oxfordshire (Abingdon and Banbury), with additional support for operational contingency in Newbury and High Wycombe. The current procurement stage is the tender phase with a deadline of 16th September 2024. The contract is structured under a restricted procurement method and spans from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2033, with an estimated value ranging from £16,000,000 to £22,000,000. The services required are comprehensive, ranging from health assessments to forensic examinations, and must be delivered in compliance with national standards and guidelines.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in medical services, particularly those experienced with PACE-compliant custodial healthcare, crisis management, and substance misuse support. SMEs and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSE) are encouraged to apply, making this an inclusive opportunity for growth and diversification within the healthcare sector. By participating, businesses can enhance their service portfolios, engage in long-term strategic partnerships, and contribute to improved health outcomes for detained persons. Interactive training scenarios and insights into technological advancements are highly valued, suggesting that innovative and adaptable healthcare service providers will be well-positioned to succeed in this procurement process.

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Notice Title

Custodial Healthcare Service Provision

Notice Description

The provision of fully qualified, trained & competent Healthcare Professionals embedded 24/7/365(6) in the 6 main Custody Suites in the TVP area to assess, treat & signpost Detained Persons (DPs) to ensure fitness for detention, interview, charging, release, with full live Clinical Oversight & consideration of a multi skilled workforce to assist across the Force & in particular the South of the Force. (Note; there is additional pressure in Loddon Valley & Maidenhead that may require additional support). The service needs to be reactive to short notice operational needs as well as proactive to longer term strategies. The ever evolving operational & custody requirements need to fully integrate with NHS (L&D), Social Care & Voluntary Sector providers of health & social support, creating & managing interconnected relationships & pathways with a view to reducing the 'revolving door' effect around the reasons for committing crimes. This will be in conjunction with regular reporting & the subsequent meeting of a number of stringent key performance indicators. Interactive training scenarios involving the Authority &/or other organisations will be welcomed as will insights into industry related technological advances. The Police custody suites are located; Berkshire (Maidenhead & Reading) Buckinghamshire (Aylesbury & Milton Keynes) Oxfordshire (Abingdon & Banbury) Newbury (Berks) - Retained for Operational Contingency High Wycombe (Bucks) - Retained for Operational Contingency. The services within scope, including PACE compliant core Custodial Healthcare provision, primarily, Custody DP Healthcare management, the provision of medical & forensic examinations, treatment for minor medical injuries, fitness assessments prior to interview, charging, bailing, court appearance &/or release, live clinical oversight, crisis support, management of substance misuse & onward referral services for people who have been DPs. In addition, but not limited to, the core provision; a) Holistic Healthcare Services; (General Healthcare prior to & following any forensic work) b) Forensic sampling following a healthcare assessment relevant for that purpose c) Call Centre, email & video call facilities (or other mutually agreed contact mechanisms) through which the Authority can ask for forensic medical & healthcare services. This re-tendering exercise aims to increase equity of access & ensure a consistent, resilient & high standard of quality care to DPs. The service will delivered in line with current national standards, guidance, based on NHSE specification & best practice, & at the same time meet the local needs of each Custody Suite/Force area, planned & Ad hoc operational requirements. The Provider will ensure that the service is delivered in an age-appropriate way for children, adults & vulnerable persons; all staff must meet the skills & competences commensurate with the role they are performing. The service should consider PACE, Safeguarding, su... Additional information: Documentation is available on our e-tendering portal where registration is free of charge at https://sell2.in-tend.co.uk/blpd/home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5bf84365-ce7b-430a-b726-2532d87adec5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdc9f814-a076-4c41-8abe-a6ba92789934
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services


CPV Codes

85000000 - Health and social work services

85100000 - Health services

85141000 - Services provided by medical personnel

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THAMES VALLEY POLICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORDSHIRE
Postcode
OX5 2NX
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Cherwell
Electoral Ward
Kidlington East
Westminster Constituency
Bicester and Woodstock

Further Information

Notice Documents

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