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Award of a Call off Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Enrichment Engagement and Koestler Arts for residents of HMP Northumberland

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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08 Aug 2025 at 08:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has successfully completed the award stage for a contract titled "Award of a Call off Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Enrichment Engagement and Koestler Arts for residents of HMP Northumberland." This contract falls under the education and training services sector, classified under the CPV code 80000000. The procurement method utilised is a selective approach, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The total value of the contract is £75,100, and its implementation is confined to the North East region of the United Kingdom. The contract period commenced on 1st August 2025 and extends until 31st March 2026. Key parties involved include the buyer, the Ministry of Justice, and the supplier, The Junction 42 Foundation.

This tender opens up strategic growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in education and training services. SMEs and VCSEs are especially encouraged to participate as the procurement process highlights suitability for such entities. Being a project centred around enrichment engagement and arts for prison residents, businesses capable of providing innovative and transformative programmes within the unique environment of HMP Northumberland are well-suited to compete. Engaging in this tender could significantly enhance an organisation's portfolio and bolster its reputation in the sector, aligning with the Ministry of Justice's objectives to improve educational outcomes for inmates.

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Notice Title

Award of a Call off Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Enrichment Engagement and Koestler Arts for residents of HMP Northumberland

Notice Description

Award of a call off contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Enrichment Engagement and Koestler Arts for prisoners at HMP Northumberland

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-12f28f53-be90-4cef-bf2f-ccd1d0785b92
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f29cef00-4427-4829-b427-82d189e668f3
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
£75,100 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£75,100 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Jul 20258 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Mar 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
TLC North East (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

THE JUNCTION 42 FOUNDATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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