Award

Forensic Psychologist In Training Qualification

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

06 Jun 2025 at 11:23

Planning

01 Aug 2024 at 14:03

Planning

26 Jul 2024 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has awarded a contract to The British Psychological Society for delivering a Forensic Psychologist in Training qualification for His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). The contract, valued at £662,400, covers a period from 1st May 2025 to 30th April 2033 and enables enrolments in the qualification for four years. This procurement, completed using an open procedure below the threshold, focuses on the education and training services category. The award notice signals the conclusion of the tender process, marking the transitioning phase into the contract execution stage. The service will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, British Overseas Territories, and Europe.

This awarded contract opens opportunities for businesses involved in educational and training services, particularly in higher and adult education sectors. Companies with expertise in providing accredited training programmes in forensic psychology, tailored to meet Health & Care Professions Council standards, would benefit greatly. Small and medium enterprises stand to gain, as the procurement highlights suitability for them, enhancing their ability to participate in and profit from governmental contracts. Such opportunities not only offer a steady workflow over several years but also allow these enterprises to expand their reach in providing specialised education and training services.

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Notice Title

Forensic Psychologist In Training Qualification

Notice Description

*****THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION******* This procurement is being concluded following a competitive procurement exercise. A contract is being awarded to deliver a Forensic Psychologist in Training qualification for His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). The contract allows enrolments in the qualification for four years.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e0f9403c-174b-4939-84e5-068110bf7b77
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78bb477c-fe31-408d-b4b7-bb428bca9c35
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£662,400 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
18 Oct 2024Expired
Award Date
7 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE BRITISH PSYCHOLOGICAL SOCIETY

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