Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies are tendering for a provider for their Psychology Service provision.
The contract will be awarded to a single provider to cover all of the Commissioner's requirements.
The contracted term will be for a period of three years with two single 12 month extension options.
The Commissioner requires a dedicated, professional and responsive Chartered Psychologist to provide support to the activities of Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies in-house Workplace Health Team.
The Psychologist will provide a service to both uniformed and non-uniformed officers and staff working for the Commissioner.
Recovery of Stray, Loose and Abandoned Horses in Kent and Essex
Kent Police and Essex Police is seeking to contract with an experienced horse recovery expert to assist the Force in recovering horses found loose on the public highway. The recovered horses will need to be transported to a secure location and where possible returned to their owners, should the owner be identified.
Once detained by the Contractor, the horse shall only be the responsibility of the Authority for a maximum of 21 days, within which time attempts will be made to identify the owner of the horse. Where the horse's owner cannot be found, the Authority will only be liable for the costs of medical or other services that are necessary for the horse's wellbeing within the initial 21-day (maximum) period.
After the initial 21-day period has lapsed, the ownership of the horse shall be transferred to the contractor and all incumbent fees associated with it shall be at the cost of the Contractor.
Recovery of Stray, Loose and Abandoned Horses in Kent and Essex
Kent Police and Essex Police is seeking to contract with an experienced horse recovery expert to assist the Force in recovering horses found loose on the public highway. The recovered horses will need to be transported to a secure location and where possible returned to their owners, should the owner be identified.
Once detained by the Contractor, the horse shall only be the responsibility of the Authority for a maximum of 21 days, within which time attempts will be made to identify the owner of the horse. Where the horse’s owner cannot be found, the Authority will only be liable for the costs of medical or other services that are necessary for the horse’s wellbeing within the initial 21-day (maximum) period.
After the initial 21-day period has lapsed, the ownership of the horse shall be transferred to the contractor and all incumbent fees associated with it shall be at the cost of the Contractor.
Electronic Intervention Services for Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk Police Forces
Cambridgeshire, Norfolk, and Suffolk Police Forces are looking to procure an electronic interventions solution that will meet the needs of offenders with a wide and diverse range of needs over many offence types. Interventions will need to be accessible by users using any ‘smart device’ (smart phone, tablet, computer) and be available for users to work their way through a structured programme in their own time and at their own pace. Interventions will need to be accessible to users with basic levels of literacy and to those who are non-English speaking (On request).
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent is approaching the market with a tender opportunity for a Young People Prevention Service - Kent.
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent wishes to commission universal, open to all, age-appropriate messages to CYP which build social skills, aid decision-making, support the building of resilience and change behaviours. The aim is to support CYP make better, informed choices by highlighting risk factors which can increase the likelihood of a negative outcome. This approach should also support CYP by showing them how they can de-escalate situations and help to keep themselves and others safe. The service should also ensure that parents / carers and professionals working with CYP receiving the messages also understand the content. This will increase their understanding of the issues and empower professionals and parents / carers to identify potential risk signs earlier and support de-escalation.
It is important that messaging must be relevant and delivered in an engaging format and bidders will be expected to set demonstrate their evidence base for the approach proposed.
It is expected that this service will deliver to CYP with a minimum age of 9 years to a maximum age for 14 years. Professional and parents / carers will sit outside these age ranges.
Based on the research undertaken the PCC would like to commission two topic areas, which has resulted in this service being offered under the following lots,
• Lot 1 - Healthy Relationships (attitudes, behaviours, and safety), Online Harms and Cyber Safety and Cyber - Bullying.
• Lot 2 - Gangs, County Lines, Violence, Knife Crime and Criminal Exploitation.
The total service value is £75,000 per year. The value is broken down per lot as follows,
• Lot 1 - £45,000 per year
• Lot 2 - £30,000 per year
The initial contract term is for a period of 3 years, with 2 x 12 month options to extend, depending on funding availability, delivery of a quality service and sustained performance.
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Kent wishes to commission universal, open to all, age-appropriate messages to CYP which build social skills, aid decision-making, support the building of resilience and change behaviours. The aim is to support CYP make better, informed choices by highlighting risk factors which can increase the likelihood of a negative outcome. This approach should also support CYP by showing them how they can de-escalate situations and help to keep themselves and others safe. The service should also ensure that parents / carers and professionals working with CYP receiving the messages also understand the content. This will increase their understanding of the issues and empower professionals and parents / carers to identify potential risk signs earlier and support de-escalation.
It is important that messaging must be relevant and delivered in an engaging format and bidders will be expected to set demonstrate their evidence base for the approach proposed.
CCTV and Integrated Security System Installation & Maintenance Essex Police
Essex Police require supply, installation and maintenance of Flir CCTV system and ISM integrated management systems within 6 Essex Custody Suites from suppliers with previous expertise, skills and experience of installing these systems.
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk (OPCCN) has a statutory responsibility for the local commissioning of victim support services and, along with Norfolk Police, they have invested in first class services to support those who are affected by all types of crime, including domestic violence and abuse. Whilst robust policing and investigations alongside effective victim support services go some way to address the symptoms of domestic abuse and violence, it is recognised that perpetrator intervention approaches, which can involve programmes to address behaviours, are necessary to change behaviours and deal with the root cause of offending. It is the OPCCN and partnership philosophy that victims cannot be supported successfully without a whole system approach including perpetrator prevention, provision of services, partnership working and pursue through tactical means.
The specification for this service is to deliver behaviour change interventions which aims to prevent a perpetrator reoffending and reduce the risk to victims/children.
The specification for this targeted support service is to:
• work closely with a wide range of statutory/non-statutory agencies
• enable perpetrators to access interventions to address their abusive behaviour
• support behaviour change
• safeguard victims/survivors and children working with current DA service provision
The service will deliver tailored interventions offered in a community setting in a structured manner within the county of Norfolk, that are fully accessible
• regardless of geographical locations that are suitable and easily accessible by those receiving support
• for those less represented groups, such as female perpetrators, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT+), (British English) black, Asian and minority ethnic (BAME) as well as those with manageable learning disabilities and mental health needs.
The initial contract term is for a period of 12 months, with 1 x 12 month option to extend, subject to funding availability, delivery of a quality service and sustained performance.
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Norfolk (OPCCN) has a statutory responsibility for the local commissioning of victim support services and, along with Norfolk Police, they have invested in first class services to support those who are affected by all types of crime, including domestic violence and abuse. Whilst robust policing and investigations alongside effective victim support services go some way to address the symptoms of domestic abuse and violence, it is recognised that perpetrator intervention approaches, which can involve programmes to address behaviours, are necessary to change behaviours and deal with the root cause of offending. It is the OPCCN and partnership philosophy that victims cannot be supported successfully without a whole system approach including perpetrator prevention, provision of services, partnership working and pursue through tactical means.
Victim Referral and Support Service
Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are responsible for delivering an effective and efficient Police Force in their area and reducing crime. They have several statutory responsibilities including ensuring that victims have a voice and bringing together partners including Community Safety Partnerships (CSPs) and criminal justice partners to achieve the shared objectives of tackling crime and disorder and supporting victims. In addition, (PCCs) have a statutory responsibility for commissioning support services for victims of crime, regardless of whether that crime has been reported to the Police. These services should include but not be limited to,
• A referral and support service for all victims of crime.
• Therapeutic services.
• Helpline or live chat support.
• Tailored or specialist support for specific groups, needs or risks.
Lot 1 - Kent Victims' Advocacy & Support Service
This service must provide a needs and risk led approach, which has a strong evidence base that is also trauma informed. The service should be available to all victims of recorded crime who are resident in Kent, including children and young people regardless of when the crime took place or if it has been reported to the Police. If reported to the Police support must be available at all stages of the criminal justice process and beyond. If not reported to the Police, the service must be accessible and available at the point the victim wishes to seek support.
Lot 1 contract length: 4 years with an option to extend by a further 3 periods of 12 months.
Estimated Contract Value per annum: £1,000,000
Lot 2 - Essex Victim Referral and Support Service
The primary aim of this service is to ensure that people are supported to cope and recover after being victims of crime and to increase levels of victim satisfaction and public confidence in the police and criminal justice system. It is also expected to support the PFCC to deliver against the priorities above, specifically promoting restorative justice, ensuring compliance with the victims' code, encouraging reporting, providing tailored support to victims, and referring victims to specialist services.
Lot 2 contract length: 3 years with an option to extend by a further 3 periods of 12 months.
Estimated Contract Value per annum: £575,000
Contract Start Date for Lots 1 & 2: 1st April 2023.
Police and Crime Commissioners (PCCs) are responsible for delivering an effective and efficient Police Force in their area and reducing crime. They have several statutory responsibilities including ensuring that victims have a voice and bringing together partners including Community Safety Partnerships (CSPs) and criminal justice partners to achieve the shared objectives of tackling crime and disorder and supporting victims. In addition, (PCCs) have a statutory responsibility for commissioning support services for victims of crime, regardless of whether that crime has been reported to the Police. These services should include but not be limited to,
• A referral and support service for all victims of crime.
• Therapeutic services.
• Helpline or live chat support.
• Tailored or specialist support for specific groups, needs or risks.