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Type of document: Contract Notice
Country: United Kingdom
Publication Ref: 030995/S 000-2026
Nature of contract: Service contract
Procedure: Not specified
Regulation of procurement: Not applicable
Type of bid required: Not applicable

UKPGA UK2: Preliminary Market Engagement Notice

I) Contracting Authority/Entity
I.1) Name and addresses
Official name: The Police and Crime Commissioner for Hertfordshire
National registration number: PPMD-2748-DXXY

Postal address: Harpenden Police Station, 13 Vaughan Road
Town: Harpenden
Region: Hertfordshire
Postal code: AL5 4GZ
Country: United Kingdom

Email: 7forceprocurement@ecis.police.uk

Internet address

I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Public authority – sub-central government

II) Object
II.1.1) Title
Diversionary Scheme for Prolific Shoplifters Request For Information (RFI)
Reference number: 7F-2026-C010

II.1.3) Type of contract
Services

II.1.4) Short description
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
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.

II.1.5) Estimated Total Value
Value (including VAT)
62,000
Value (excluding VAT)
50,000
Currency
GBP

II.2) Description
II.2.1) Title
Contract/Lot No
1

II.2.2) CPV codes
Main CPV codes
75231200
79315000
85312500
85320000

II.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS code
UKH23 – Hertfordshire

II.2.7) Contract dates (estimated)
Start
2026-08-03 00:00
End
2027-08-31 23:59
Duration
1 year 29 days

III) Legal, economic, financial and technical information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)

VI) Complementary information
Link to source/bidding documents

VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice
2026-04-02 14:53

VI.6) Engagement information
Engagement deadline
2026-04-30 23:59
Engagement process description
As per the request to review and complete the RFI