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Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of Construction CSCS Card Training and certification for prisoners at HMP Doncaster

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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29 Mar 2026 at 19:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has awarded a contract through the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of Construction CSCS Card Training and certification at HMP Doncaster. This contract, valued at £96,500, focuses on delivering education and training services within the Yorkshire and the Humber region and is targeted at improving prisoners' readiness for work in the construction sector. The procurement method was selective, using a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, and the contract is effective from 9 February 2026 to 8 September 2026. The award has been granted to Engage Train Support Limited, a small to medium enterprise (SME), and is classified under the education and training services category (CPV code: 80000000).

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in vocational training and education services, especially those focused on construction and rehabilitation programs. SMEs and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) would find this contract particularly appealing, as it aligns with initiatives to foster skills development in underserved regions and sectors. By participating in such tenders, businesses can leverage their expertise to make a social impact while expanding their market presence and establishing a solid foundation for future collaborations with government entities like the Ministry of Justice.

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Notice Title

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of Construction CSCS Card Training and certification for prisoners at HMP Doncaster

Notice Description

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of Construction CSCS Card Training and certification for prisoners at HMP Doncaster A delivery model that is engaging, accessible, and tailored to different learning needs, ensuring prisoners not only gain their Construction CSCS card but also develop the work readiness skills required to succeed in the construction sector.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01fd6922-1e5d-4aa5-9fd0-f97078513a3c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2242d3b6-6409-4f21-82e6-ed6175d21664
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£96,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£96,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 8 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENGAGE TRAIN SUPPORT

Further Information

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