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Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Performing Arts course for prisoners at HMP Elmley

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Award

13 Nov 2025 at 19:29

Summary of the contracting process

The contract awarded by the Ministry of Justice, based in Leeds, involves a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, focusing on a Performing Arts course for prisoners at HMP Elmley. This contract falls under the Education and Training services category and is set to be delivered in London and the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period commenced on 1st November 2025 and will conclude on 31st March 2026. The tender process has reached the award stage, with a contract value of £13,500.

This opportunity provides businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those focused on performing arts, the chance to expand their service offerings within the prison education sector. It's particularly relevant for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated by its suitability criteria. With the growing emphasis on rehabilitation through skills development in correctional facilities, companies like Unlock Drama, the awarded supplier, can leverage this contract to establish themselves as leaders in this niche market, thereby driving business growth and making significant social impact.

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Notice Title

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Performing Arts course for prisoners at HMP Elmley

Notice Description

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Performing Arts course for Prisoners at HMP Elmley. The Supplier shall provide support to LDD/Neurodiverse prisoners through performing arts workshops to instil confidence, develop positive communication skills and support personal development.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-57165e2d-cc88-4c5e-bd19-c89e6e53edf4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6756c40-355b-47aa-ba91-e65fa96ed7f5
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
£13,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
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

UNLOCK DRAMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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