The provision of Custody Healthcare

The procurement process for the provision of Custody Healthcare services was conducted by The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire. This contract encompasses services needed for Northamptonshire Police's main custody sites and any other required locations. It was executed as an open competitive flexible procedure under a light touch regime, aiming for a single provider over a 3+1+1 year period, beginning on 1st November 2025 and potentially extending until 31st October 2030.

The most recent contract award, dated 15th September 2025, identified HCRG Medical Services as the successful supplier. 52, covering health services under the industry category, with the primary delivery region being UKF24 in the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for large health service providers like HCRG Medical Services, particularly those with the capacity to deliver comprehensive custody healthcare services.

The competitive flexible procedure used a multi-stage evaluation process focussed on quality and pricing, favouring experienced businesses capable of handling varied and potentially complex healthcare needs. Suppliers equipped to navigate a rigorous tender process and deliver high-quality healthcare in custodial settings are well-positioned to benefit from such substantial government contracts.