Custody Healthcare Services

The Chief Constable for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for "Custody Healthcare Services" under the light touch regime. This service will cater to the healthcare requirements of detainees within the police custody suites in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. The planned procurement process was officially announced on 24th May 2025, and this notice was published on the Find a Tender service.

The procurement is expected to progress with a communication notice due on 1st December 2026, leading to a contract period starting on 7th June 2027 and potentially extending up to 8th June 2032. This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically for medical personnel services, with a focus on public authorities at the sub-central government level in the UK region of UKJ3. This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specializing in healthcare services, particularly those with experience in secure environments.

Companies capable of providing qualified healthcare professionals for custody settings may find this contract beneficial for growth, given the potential contract and renewal period extending to 2032. The engagement could be a significant addition to the portfolio of medical service providers adept in fulfilling complex healthcare requirements in institutional frameworks, thereby expanding their market presence in the southern region of England.