--- title: "Diversionary Scheme for Prolific Shoplifters Request For Information (RFI)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067c02" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067c02" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067c02.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067c02.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HERTFORDSHIRE" published: "2026-04-02" --- # Diversionary Scheme for Prolific Shoplifters Request For Information (RFI) Buyer: THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HERTFORDSHIRE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067c02 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-067c02) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067c02.json) ## Summary The Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire is initiating a procurement process focused on developing a 'Diversionary Scheme for Prolific Shoplifters'. The project aims to address prevalent shoplifting linked to drug-related crimes by devising solutions that target offenders' underlying issues. This stage of procurement, currently in the planning phase, is marked by a Request for Information (RFI) seeking input from expert providers. Interested parties should review and complete the RFI by the due date of 30th April 2026. The scheme falls under the services category, specifically targeting rehabilitation and social research services, and involves a delivery location in the UKH23 region. The contract period is planned to start on 3rd August 2026. This tender presents substantial growth prospects for businesses adept in rehabilitation and social services, particularly those specialising in addressing criminal behaviour. Companies with expertise in delivering solutions to complex needs and addiction-related issues, such as Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), are well-suited to engage with this opportunity. With a contract value of £50,000, it offers financial and collaborative potential for service providers positioned to design and implement impactful diversionary schemes for habitual offenders. Further insights and participation details are accessible through the dedicated supplier portal. ## Notice The Seven Force Strategic Collaboration Procurement Team is carrying out Preliminary Market Engagement for a Request for Information on behalf of The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for Hertfordshire. The Office of Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire is seeking information from experienced providers regarding the design/delivery of a diversionary scheme for individuals identified as prolific shoplifters. Research consistently shows that retail crime, such as shoplifting, is linked to drugs related crime and harm, committed frequently by those with complex needs/addictions. The aim of a scheme will be to tackle the underlying causes of offending/help break the cycle of repeated behaviour. It should be noted that this Request for information , it is not intended to be a call for competition. Please be advised all commencement service dates listed are estimated only This opportunity can be found a follows: 1. Log in to our supplier portal at https://7force.force.com/login 2. Locate the opportunity under the 'Find Opportunities' section 3. Click 'Register Interest' 4. You can then go to 'My Proposals & Quotes' to view the documentation and submit your response. 5. Once you have completed all relevant Requirement Sections, ensure you click the 'Submit' button to ensure your responses are received by us. Upon clicking 'Submit' you will receive a confirmation email. The message centre (found on your Portal homepage) will be available for you to communicate with us regarding any open opportunities, or for any clarification questions you may have. ### Planning Information As per the request to review and complete the RFI ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030995-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 30 Apr 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | THE POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR HERTFORDSHIRE | | Locality | HARPENDEN | | Post town | St Albans | | Postcode | AL5 4GZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH27 South West Hertfordshire | | Local authority | St Albans | | Electoral ward | Harpenden West | | Westminster constituency | Harpenden and Berkhamsted | | Delivery location | TLH23 Hertfordshire CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 75231200 - Services related to the detention or rehabilitation of criminals - 79315000 - Social research services - 85312500 - Rehabilitation services - 85320000 - Social services ## Release History - 2 Apr 2026 at 13:53 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030995-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030995-2026 2nd April 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://7force.force.com - https://7force.force.com/login - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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