Tender

Regional Pre-Arrest Diversion Service

POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR WEST MIDLANDS

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Tender

05 Feb 2026 at 14:04

Planning

23 Dec 2025 at 14:12

Planning

27 Jun 2025 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process for the "Regional Pre-Arrest Diversion Service" is being conducted by the Police and Crime Commissioner for West Midlands, located at Lloyd House, Birmingham. The tender focuses on justice and rehabilitation services, which include offering an alternative to arrest for individuals found with controlled substances. This opportunity is at the tender stage, with the tender period closing on 2nd March 2026 and an award period expected to conclude by 28th April 2026. The procurement process is open and aims to begin the contract on 1st July 2026, running until 30th June 2029, with potential extensions. The procurement is set within the West Midlands region, classified under various CPV codes related to justice and rehabilitation services, with substantial funding of approximately £1,045,000.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in justice services, especially those focused on rehabilitation and intervention programs. Companies that can provide innovative solutions to reduce drug dependency and support rehabilitative justice are well-suited to this tender. The procurement method being open implies a competitive environment, encouraging participation from SMEs and VCSEs, which could enhance their growth prospects by undertaking a government contract. Emphasising quality, price, and social value, the award criteria ensure a holistic evaluation of proposals, thus offering a platform for businesses to demonstrate their comprehensive capabilities beyond mere financial considerations.

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Notice Title

Regional Pre-Arrest Diversion Service

Notice Description

Service provides an out of court disposal (OOCR) to be given to an individual found in possession of a controlled drug. As an OOCR the intervention is an alternative to arrest and charge for possession. The expectation is that by undertaking the intervention there will be less chance of the individual continuing to use controlled substances.

Planning Information

Draft Specification is being shared with suppliers for comments prior to being finalised. Engagement event being held on 26th January 2026 11am to 12pm online. Please see West Mids PCC website for event brite link, or email the team.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0554e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010507-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

75230000 - Justice services

75231200 - Services related to the detention or rehabilitation of criminals

75241100 - Police services

90743200 - Toxic substances rehabilitation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,046,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,046,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
2 Feb 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-07-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR WEST MIDLANDS
Contact Name
Rachel Stephenson
Contact Email
commissioning@westmidlands.police.uk
Contact Phone
01216266060

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 6AT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England), TLG3 West Midlands

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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