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title: "Forensic Psychologist in Training Qualification (Lot 2)"
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# Forensic Psychologist in Training Qualification (Lot 2)

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91a98a3d-dfab-41ed-ace8-6523aa48ec5c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Ministry of Justice as the buying organisation, seeking to provide a Forensic Psychologist in Training Qualification through an open procurement method. This initiative falls under the education and training services category and has a contract value of £840,000. The contract is active, having started on 12th July 2021, with a commitment extending to 11th July 2029. Key dates include the end of the tender period, which concluded on 31st March 2021, and the award was published on 21st February 2022.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in educational services, particularly those offering training qualifications in forensic psychology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, as the ministry seeks to ensure a diverse range of suppliers. Firms with expertise in developing accredited training programmes in line with HCPC standards would be particularly well-suited for this opportunity, potentially contributing to the demand for qualified forensic psychologists in the UK.

## 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 2: This lot will require the provider to deliver a qualification that is approved and accredited by the HCPC.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91a119e0-85c8-4a21-904f-9a8d23edc8e1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 11 Jul 2021 - 11 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £840,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £840,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 21 Feb 2022 at 15:28 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91a119e0-85c8-4a21-904f-9a8d23edc8e1
- 21 Feb 2022 at 15:26 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91a119e0-85c8-4a21-904f-9a8d23edc8e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91a119e0-85c8-4a21-904f-9a8d23edc8e1
  21st February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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