Planning

Market Engagement - In Cell Technology

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Planning

06 Mar 2025 at 12:15

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process titled "Market Engagement - In Cell Technology," within the postal and telecommunications services industry category. This process, which is of interest to technology providers, aims to gather data on available in-cell TV and digital learning services. The initiative is intended to explore technological options that can enhance educational, motivational, and informational content provided within the prison system. Businesses are invited to engage by the engagement end date of 5th April 2025, with the full market engagement survey commencing on 8th April 2025. This opportunity is broadly open to entities located in the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and other global locations.

Participation in this tender can offer significant growth opportunities, particularly for businesses involved in educational technologies, digital learning services, and prison facility technology enhancements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, reflecting the MoJ's openness to diverse and innovative solutions. The survey focuses on understanding service provision, cost, support, technical, and accessibility aspects, as well as compliance standards and future enhancements. The procurement method will provide valuable insights for businesses looking to expand their market reach within the corrections system, supporting the broader mission to improve prisoner education and rehabilitation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Market Engagement - In Cell Technology

Notice Description

Notice of Market Engagement for In-Cell TV and Digital Learning Services The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS) is seeking to gather data on available technologies similar to the current in-cell TV and digital learning services provided in prisons. This initiative aims to inform our decision on the possible routes to market (should a procurement result from this activity) and educate ourselves on other similar available technologies. Objective: Our goal is to explore and understand the market for in-cell TV and digital learning services that can provide educational, motivational, and informational content to prisoners. We are particularly interested in technologies that can enhance the current offerings and support the personal and professional development of prisoners. Scope: The survey will focus on: - Educational and digital learning services. - Additional features or functionalities that are not currently provided. - Cost and support requirements for implementing these services in a prison environment. - Technical and accessibility considerations to ensure the service is inclusive for all prisoners. To initiate this process, the MoJ will send out a market engagement survey questions after the closing of this notice on the 8th of April 2025. The survey will focus on gathering information around: 1. Service Provision and Capabilities: 2. Cost and Support: 3. Technical and Accessibility Considerations: 4. Compliance and Standards: 5. Innovation and Future Enhancements: Registration: To register your interest for the market engagement survey, please follow these steps: 1. Send us an email with your email address and confirming your interest in participating in the survey to the following email address: commercial.prisoneducation@justice.gov.uk Enquiries: For enquiries relating to this exercise, please contact: Commercial at: commercial.prisoneducation@justice.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b9912d7-1ab6-4cff-b9bb-948fa02b66a2
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64000000 - Postal and telecommunications services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
5 Apr 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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