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title: "An Appropriate Adult Service for Vulnerable Adults"
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# An Appropriate Adult Service for Vulnerable Adults

Buyer: MERSEYSIDE POLICE - PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e6dd9a8-8a89-424a-9ecc-6a94af097f8e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner involves the provision of an Appropriate Adult Service for Vulnerable Adults within Merseyside. This service, essential for safeguarding the interests of vulnerable individuals in police custody, is classified under community, social, and personal services. The tender is currently active and follows an open procurement method, with proposals due by 7 February 2017. The contract, valued at £80,000, is set to commence on 1 April 2017 and will run until 31 March 2018, operating primarily in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in social services, legal aid, or support for vulnerable populations. Businesses with relevant experience in providing safeguarding services or supporting individuals within the criminal justice system would be particularly well-suited to compete. Winning this contract could enhance their visibility and reputation, potentially leading to further collaborations within the public sector.

## Notice

The Merseyside Police and Crime Commissioner requires a high quality Appropriate Adult Service which safeguards the interests and welfare of Vulnerable Adults in Police Custody within Merseyside, where parents/carers, or the person with responsibility, are unable or unwilling to attend. The presence of an Appropriate Adult provides one of the essential checks and balances within the criminal justice process and ensures that the rights of Vulnerable Adults are protected.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8423b64-ca32-4ac2-a2f4-2bb5b39f24ee |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jan 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Feb 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| 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 | MERSEYSIDE POLICE - PROCUREMENT DEPARTMENT |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L1 8JX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 19 Jan 2017 at 13:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8423b64-ca32-4ac2-a2f4-2bb5b39f24ee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b8423b64-ca32-4ac2-a2f4-2bb5b39f24ee
  19th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=18852&B=BLUELIGHT
  Additional data

## Notice URLs

- http://www.merseyside.police.uk

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