--- title: "Provision of Custodial Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c3128e81-bbd4-40d9-a5a9-3b421a0298ea" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c3128e81-bbd4-40d9-a5a9-3b421a0298ea" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c3128e81-bbd4-40d9-a5a9-3b421a0298ea.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c3128e81-bbd4-40d9-a5a9-3b421a0298ea.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THAMES VALLEY POLICE" published: "2018-06-06" --- # Provision of Custodial Services Buyer: THAMES VALLEY POLICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c3128e81-bbd4-40d9-a5a9-3b421a0298ea [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c3128e81-bbd4-40d9-a5a9-3b421a0298ea) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c3128e81-bbd4-40d9-a5a9-3b421a0298ea.json) ## Summary The Thames Valley Police is currently seeking tenders for the provision of Custodial Services, covering 24-hour outsourced services within its jurisdiction. The tender, with the title "Provision of Custodial Services," is classified under the industry category of custody services and is set to close on 22 June 2018. This contract, estimated to be valued between £14 million and £18 million, includes the management of Detention Officers ensuring the care and secure detention of individuals in custody as per various legal standards. The procurement method being used is a selective process, and the planned contract duration will start on 1 April 2019 and run until 31 March 2021. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in custody services, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that possess relevant experience in managing custodial or detention facilities. As a sole supplier is anticipated to be awarded the contract, it is critical for potential bidders to demonstrate quality service and compliance with regulatory requirements, as the evaluation criteria favour quality (60%) over cost (40%). This renewal contract could be advantageous for businesses currently engaged in similar operations, as it may involve the transfer of established staff under TUPE arrangements. ## Notice The Contract shall cover the provision of a 24 hrs per day, 365 days per year (366 days per Leap Year) outsourced Custodial Service within the Thames Valley Police area, hereinafter called the Authority. The outsourced service will consist of detention officers, under the control and direction of a Custody Officer ensuring the care, welfare and secure detention of persons taken into custody, along with completion of associated processes and procedures both whilst a person is in custody, and whilst an investigation continues when the person is out of custody. This contract does not encompass the complete management of the Custody Function (see attached organisational diagram). It should be noted that this tender represents the renewal of previous generation outsourcing with currently established staff who will be subject to TUPE arrangements. Main Services to be provided. Following Designation by the appropriate Chief Constable under Section 39 of the Police Reform Act 2002 and under the control and direction of a Custody Officer, the Contractor shall be required to provide Detention Officers who will ensure the care, welfare and secure detention of persons taken into Custody in accordance with (though not limited to): > The Police and Criminal Evidence Act Codes of Practice and legislation referred to therein; > Authorised Professional Practice (formerly the Safer Detention and Handling of Persons in Police Custody Guidance); > Drugs Act 2005; > Mental Health Act 1983; > Immigration Act 1971; > Health and Safety legislation; > Human Rights Act 1998; > Data Protection Act 1998; > Equalities Act 2010; > Force Defined Custody Policies and Procedures. > The Contractor shall be required to ensure a safe, efficient and effective custody system is maintained which complies with relevant legislation and policies, as above. Additional information: Details contained within associated tender documentation. Award Criteria is 60% Quality and 40% Cost. The expectations are for a minimum of 5 suppliers and a maximum of 15 suppliers to be invited to tender. Contract to be awarded to a sole supplier. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff8fd214-01e3-42ba-b878-a600a74815fe | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Restricted procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Jun 2018 | | Submission deadline | 22 Jun 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £18,000,000 | | 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 | THAMES VALLEY POLICE | | Locality | KIDLINGTON, OXON | | Post town | Oxford | | Postcode | OX5 1NZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | Cherwell | | Electoral ward | Kidlington West | | Westminster constituency | Bicester and Woodstock | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 66 - Financial and insurance services ### Codes - 66162000 - Custody services ## Release History - 6 Jun 2018 at 15:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff8fd214-01e3-42ba-b878-a600a74815fe - 25 May 2018 at 21:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff8fd214-01e3-42ba-b878-a600a74815fe ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ff8fd214-01e3-42ba-b878-a600a74815fe 6th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/32823 User / Company - https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/publicpurchase_frameset.asp?PID=22017&B=UK&PS=1&PP=ctm/Supplier/PublicTenders Tender / Info ## Notice URLs - https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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