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SPS-02283 Forensic Psychology Services for SPS

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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07 Apr 2026 at 00:00

OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service is currently in the tender stage of a procurement process titled "SPS-02283 Forensic Psychology Services for SPS." This open procedure seeks a qualified supplier to deliver Psychological Risk Assessments and Risk Management Plans across Scotland using HCPC-registered forensic psychologists. The service will primarily operate remotely, with necessary support across SPS sites, leveraging virtual platforms like MS Teams. The industry category is 'Public order and safety,' with an emphasis on engaging multi-agency collaboration. The tender submission deadline is the 11th of May 2026, and the procurement is facilitated through electronic submission methods.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for providers with expertise in forensic psychology services, particularly those adept at conducting risk assessments and management in line with RMA standards. Companies that can offer skilled personnel registered with the UK Health and Care Professions Council will find this procurement especially noteworthy. Given the requirement for remote deliveries in conjunction with site support, businesses capable of leveraging virtual platforms for effective service delivery are well-positioned to compete for this contract, potentially fostering growth through collaboration with the Scottish Prison Service and related partners.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPS-02283 Forensic Psychology Services for SPS

Notice Description

The SPS are seeking a supplier to provide additional capacity to the Scottish Prison Service by delivering: (1) Psychological Risk Assessments (PRAs) and (2) Risk Management Plans (RMPs) in line with Risk Management Authority (RMA) FRAME guidance and relevant RMA standards/guidelines, using suitably qualified/experienced (HCPC-registered) forensic/clinical psychologists. Work will be mainly remote but must also support delivery across SPS sites, including via virtual platforms (e.g., MS Teams) for interviews and attendance at relevant boards/meetings, with collaboration across multi-agency partners.

Lot Information

Lot 1

he SPS has commenced this procurement process in good faith and with the intention of awarding a contract. Following publication of the Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) including the Single Procurement Document (SPD) will be published by SPS via PCS-T and will be made available to bidders. Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the ITT.

Renewal: An extension of any number of periods up to a maximum of 36 months (12 months + 12 months +12 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000828416
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553392
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

85 - Health and social work services

CPV Codes

85121270 - Psychiatrist or psychologist services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 May 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DJ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553392
    SPS-02283 Forensic Psychology Services for SPS - The SPS are seeking a supplier to provide additional capacity to the Scottish Prison Service by delivering: (1) Psychological Risk Assessments (PRAs) and (2) Risk Management Plans (RMPs) in line with Risk Management Authority (RMA) FRAME guidance and relevant RMA standards/guidelines, using suitably qualified/experienced (HCPC-registered) forensic/clinical psychologists. Work will be mainly remote but must also support delivery across SPS sites, including via virtual platforms (e.g., MS Teams) for interviews and attendance at relevant boards/meetings, with collaboration across multi-agency partners.

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