Summary of the contracting process

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent is initiating a public procurement process for an Appropriate Adult (AA) Service for Kent and Medway. The procurement is currently in the planning stage with a supplier engagement event scheduled for 29th April 2025. The main procurement category is services, specifically focusing on health and social work, and other community, social, and personal services. The contract will span from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2030, with a potential extension up to 31st March 2032, and has an estimated value of £1.56 million, with a gross value of £1.872 million. The procurement process is above threshold and follows a light touch regime, ensuring it aligns with the UKPGA 2023 regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social services, particularly those providing support to vulnerable adults and juveniles. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to be inclusive of these organisations. By securing this contract, businesses can increase their expertise, reputation, and market share within the public sector. The AA service is vital in ensuring that vulnerable individuals involved in criminal investigations are treated fairly and can effectively participate in legal proceedings, demonstrating a substantial societal impact.

Planning

Kent & Medway Appropriate Adult (AA) Service

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

9th April 2025 08:32:12 AM

Planning Deadline

29th April 2025 22:59:59 PM Expired
Contract Summary

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent would like to invite suppliers to attend a supplier engagement event in relation to an Appropriate Adult (AA) Service for Kent & Medway. Under The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) the Police have a statutory requirement to provide an AA when dealing with a suspect who is a juvenile or vulnerable adult, but they cannot provide the AA themselves, as they must be independent from the police. The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 (PACE) introduced the provision of Appropriate Adults (AA) to safeguard the interests of vulnerable adults and juveniles suspected of a criminal offence. An AA’s role is to ensure that vulnerable people are treated fairly, with respect for their rights and entitlements and that they can understand and participate effectively in criminal proceedings related to the investigation and/or their detention.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04ff49

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Planning

Procurement Method

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Procurement Method Details

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Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

veronica.o'mahoney@herts.police.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Kent Police HQ, Sutton Road

Maidstone

ME15 9BZ

United Kingdom

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Kent & Medway Appropriate Adult (AA) Service

THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR KENT

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