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Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of an educational music programme for prisoners at HMP Lewes

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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13 Nov 2025 at 20:21

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has completed the award stage of its procurement process concerning the supply of an educational music programme under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, targeting prisoners at HMP Lewes. With an industry focus on education and training services, valued at £20,000, the contract begins on 17th November 2025 and is scheduled to conclude on 16th May 2026. The procurement method involved a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, specifically suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The programme aims to enhance self-esteem and employability among inmates, with delivery locations listed in London and the South East of England.

This tender offers promising opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and rehabilitation programmes. SMEs and VCSEs that provide innovative services to foster personal development and employability will find this contract particularly favourable. As such, companies with expertise in educational music initiatives designed for correctional facilities can benefit greatly from participating in future similar dynamics within the procurement ecosystem governed by the Ministry of Justice. By addressing the unique requirements of prison education programmes, suppliers can expand their business reach while contributing to social impact endeavours.

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Notice Title

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of an educational music programme for prisoners at HMP Lewes

Notice Description

Award of a Call off Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the supply of a music programme for prisoners at HMP Lewes. The supplier shall deliver a music programme to develop self-esteem and to enhance the personal development and employability potential of learners.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-16bbec4e-9640-4b4d-b440-6dc2501fde61
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1f553e66-20be-45b3-a9bd-39983f4b2377
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
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 16 May 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
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.prisoneducation@justice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLI London, TLJ South East (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IN HOUSE RECORDS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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