Psychology Services

West Yorkshire Police is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for Psychology Services, aiming to provide a range of psychological therapies including CBT/EMDR and trauma-based therapies. The services include initial assessment reports, discharge reports, independent work suitability evaluations, clinical supervision for the police's clinicians, and ad-hoc training and development. The procurement process is under the "light touch" regime, covering a value of £550,000, and is expected to span from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2029, with a possible extension until 2030.

The pre-market engagement is set to end on 19th January 2026, and the procurement process is strategically positioned to ensure it aligns with market interests before progressing to the invitation to tender stage. The upcoming tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in mental health services, particularly those with experience in delivering short-term therapeutic interventions and providing clinical training. Businesses that provide not only therapeutic services but also clinical supervision and training capabilities would be well-suited to compete in this tender.

Engaging in this contract could serve as a substantial growth opportunity for providers looking to expand their clientele within public sector organisations, particularly in the law enforcement domain, where there is a growing demand for comprehensive mental health support services.