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Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Literacy and Numeracy course for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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17 May 2026 at 10:52

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has completed the procurement process for a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically for delivering a Literacy and Numeracy course for prisoners at HMP Leyhill. Categorised under education and training services, this project is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The selective procurement method was utilised for this tender, which concluded on 19th March 2026. The contract, valued at £38,235, commenced on 1st May 2026 and is scheduled to end on 30th April 2027. The procurement has reached the award stage as of 17th May 2026, with the award status active since 13th April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, as these organisations are well-suited to deliver educational and training services within the prison sector. The awarded contract to Shannon Trust, a recognised SME and VCSE, underscores the potential for enterprises specialising in educational development and rehabilitative services to expand their offerings in the public sector. This procurement process not only supports the growth of small and voluntary organisations but also encourages the enhancement of literacy and numeracy skills among prisoners, fostering positive societal impacts.

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Notice Title

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Literacy and Numeracy course for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill

Notice Description

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Literacy and Numeracy course for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2b1895ac-dd9c-4e78-89d5-fa437f7849b9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/709e647f-e088-45f8-bac3-bd4f6cff922b
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
£38,235 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,235 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
19 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Apr 20261 months ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 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
TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHANNON TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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