Provision of Medical Services at Border Force Custody Suites

Tender description

The scope of the tender is for the Provision of healthcare in a Border Force custody environment. PACE Code C sets out the requirements for the detention, treatment and questioning of suspects. In addition itprovides a legislative framework for Border Force custody staff as to when it is appropriate to access medicalattention, and includes detained persons who: — Appear to be suffering from a physical illness. — Are a SIDT (‘Suspected Internal Drug Trafficker’ or ‘stuffer/ swallower’) — Are injured. — Appear to be suffering from mental ill health (or disablement, or difficulty that means that the detainee is likely to be mentally vulnerable or require additional support). — Appear to have a drug or alcohol dependence or withdrawal which is likely to affect their safety. Appear to need a medical examination. — Request a medical examination. The medical provider is required to provide healthcare services in any of the above circumstances. There will be seven lots available: Manchester, Birmingham, Stansted, Harwich, Gatwick, Heathrow and Dover. Suppliers will be able to bid for single or multiple lots.