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title: "Probation Services Dynamic Framework (PSDF) - Autism Support Services - Thames Valley"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03566a"
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# Probation Services Dynamic Framework (PSDF) - Autism Support Services - Thames Valley

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03566a

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the Ministry of Justice's awarding of a contract for the "Probation Services Dynamic Framework (PSDF) - Autism Support Services" in the Thames Valley region. This service falls under the probation services classification and is marked as complete. The contract, valued at £90,000 over an initial term of two years with an optional extension, was intended to provide specialised support for individuals on probation facing challenges related to autism and other neurological functions. The procurement was executed through a selective procedure, with the relevant award announced on 25th July 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in rehabilitative and support services, particularly those with expertise in autism and neurological conditions. Service providers that focus on improving communication, social skills, and emotional wellbeing for individuals on probation would be well-positioned to compete in future similar tenders. The ability to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the local landscape and the specific needs of the target population will be crucial for success in this sector.

## Notice

This Contract Award Notice details the award of a call-off competition conducted by the Authority via the Ministry of Justice's Probation Service Dynamic Framework (PSDF). The Probation Service sought a provider to deliver a specialist service to individuals within the region, who may experience difficulties with; language and speech, motor skills, behaviour, memory, learning and other neurological functions, to be better equipped to comply with probation requirements.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

In June 2020 the Ministry of Justice established the Probation Services Dynamic Framework (PSDF) to allow the Authority and Participating Bodies to purchase services to deliver rehabilitative and resettlement Interventions. The Dynamic Framework and subsequent Call-Off Competitions are conducted pursuant to Section 7 of the PCR 2015 (Social and Other Specific Services) the 'Light Touch Regime'. The Provider is expected to deliver interventions to people on probation that meet the specific needs of those, living with an Autistic Spectrum Condition. As needs will vary, the support to be provided shall include, but is not limited to one or more or the following: (a) Support to improve communication and social skills; (b) Support to improve the PoP's awareness of their own emotional state and wellbeing, and that of others; (c) Support to improve impulse control and/or make better social judgements; (d) Identification of appropriate strategies and coping mechanisms; (e) Ensuring the individual is better equipped to comply with probation requirements, adequately address their offending behaviour and engage in programmes (where applicable). Additional information: Full procurement documents are published on the Authority's esourcing portal including spec/criteria etc The contract length is 2 years with the option to extend for an additional +1 year +7 months. The initial contract term is PS45K per annum with an estimated PS45K per annum.

Options: - The Authority reserved the right to exclude tenders that did not achieve a total quality score of 60 percent; - If a bidder scored less than 60 on question TC002, the Authority reserved the right to remove that Bidder from the competition.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020440-2022 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £90,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire, TLJ12 Milton Keynes |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THIRD SECTOR CONSORTIA LLP (3SC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75231240 - Probation services

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2022 at 10:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020440-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:277986-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/procurement
- https://www.gove.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-justice/about/procurement

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