--- title: "Forensic Psychologist in Training Qualification" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-38b2eb97-72cf-4690-ba53-f8d354c80f45" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-38b2eb97-72cf-4690-ba53-f8d354c80f45" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-38b2eb97-72cf-4690-ba53-f8d354c80f45.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-38b2eb97-72cf-4690-ba53-f8d354c80f45.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE." published: "2021-03-02" --- # Forensic Psychologist in Training Qualification Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE. Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38b2eb97-72cf-4690-ba53-f8d354c80f45 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-38b2eb97-72cf-4690-ba53-f8d354c80f45) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-38b2eb97-72cf-4690-ba53-f8d354c80f45.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Justice is currently seeking providers for the "Forensic Psychologist in Training Qualification" tender, essential for delivering a Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) approved qualification in Forensic Psychology. This procurement process falls under the education and training services category, with an estimated value of £2,800,000. The open procedure allows for competitive bids, and the deadline for submissions is 31st March 2021, covering various locations across the United Kingdom, including London, Wales, and the North West, among others. The contract is expected to commence on 5th July 2021 and will run until 4th July 2029. This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those specialising in psychological training and accreditation. Organisations equipped to provide HCPC and British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited programmes will be well-positioned to compete effectively. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, promoting diversity and innovation within the procurement process, ultimately contributing to the enhancement of forensic psychology services across England and Wales. ## Notice Her Majesty's Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS) Psychological Services Group (PSG) are the biggest single employer of Forensic Psychologists in England and Wales. HMPPS have been directly employing Forensic Psychologists in Training (FPiTs) for many years, seeking to ensure that the demand for Forensic Psychology services is met. The provider shall provide a HCPC approved qualification in Forensic Psychology that meets the requirements of the HCPC for registration as a Forensic Psychologist in the UK. The Forensic Psychology qualification requirement will be spilt into two Lots; Lot 1: This lot will require the provider to deliver a qualification that is approved and accredited by the HCPC and the BPS. This will allow graduates of the qualification to be registered with the HCPC on completion and to be eligible for full membership of the BPS Division of Forensic Psychology. Lot 2: This lot will require the provider to deliver a qualification that is approved and accredited by the HCPC. This will allow graduates of the qualification to be registered with the HCPC on completion. The procurement documents are available and requests to participate must be submitted using the following link : https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce01ba1c-3a10-4f95-862f-7e6897002a3a | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Jul 2021 - 4 Jul 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,800,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE. | | Locality | LEEDS | | Post town | Leeds | | Postcode | LS1 4AP | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds | | Local authority | Leeds | | Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside | | Westminster constituency | Leeds South | | Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 2 Mar 2021 at 08:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce01ba1c-3a10-4f95-862f-7e6897002a3a - 1 Mar 2021 at 16:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce01ba1c-3a10-4f95-862f-7e6897002a3a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ce01ba1c-3a10-4f95-862f-7e6897002a3a 2nd March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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