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Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of In-Cell Education for prisoners at HMP Whatton

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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17 May 2026 at 08:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concluded with the award of a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, aimed at providing in-cell education for prisoners at HMP Whatton. Managed by the Ministry of Justice, this initiative falls within the education and training services category, designated under CPV code 80000000. The selected supplier is People Plus Group Ltd. The contract is valued at £25,000 and extends from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement method used was selective, through a dynamic purchasing system, targeting the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the award being made active on 5th March 2026 and publicly announced on 17th May 2026.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with experience in providing services within correctional facilities. With the Ministry of Justice as the contracting authority, businesses that are adaptable, have innovative approaches to in-cell education, and possess the capability to operate within the UK, especially in the East Midlands region, are well-suited to engage in similar future opportunities. The contract’s emphasis on dynamic purchasing systems and suitability for SMEs and VCSEs invites diverse organisations to be part of an impactful social contribution. Such opportunities can fortify business portfolios by aligning with public sector contracts and fostering growth in specialised educational service delivery.

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Notice Title

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of In-Cell Education for prisoners at HMP Whatton

Notice Description

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of In-Cell Education for prisoners at HMP Whatton

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-321ce01f-5f10-4afb-a781-b51cb2b6b507
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/802a0730-9bad-4ceb-9516-e80ea552f8d2
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
25 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 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
TLF East Midlands (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEOPLE PLUS GROUP

Further Information

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