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Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for residents of HMP Isle of Wight

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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16 Jun 2025 at 10:53

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has successfully awarded a contract for literacy support services under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. This initiative aims to assist residents at HMP Isle of Wight, focusing on engaging lower-level learners and fostering educational progression. The contract was awarded to Shannon Trust, a large organisation with experience in voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors. The procurement process was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract, valued at £30,900, runs from 2 June 2025 to 31 March 2026, with services to be delivered across regions including London and South West England. The award was published on 16 June 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those with expertise in literacy and numeracy programmes for harder-to-reach learners. The positioning within the Prison Education sector opens pathways for SMEs and VCSEs to establish or expand their presence in a specialised arena. Companies with a proven track record in facilitating educational programmes can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio, contribute to societal impact, and reinforce their competitive edge in the market. The dynamic purchasing system ensures a streamlined process for engaging suitable suppliers, offering a promising environment for business growth in the education sector.

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Notice Title

Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for residents of HMP Isle of Wight

Notice Description

Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for residents of HMP Isle of Wight to provide a dedicated facilitator and lead a literacy and numeracy programme. They shall engage lower-level, harder to reach learners, and demonstrate progression for people at the earlier stages of their educational journey.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-65e7e1a6-a8df-4619-9f9c-a6280cdb34bc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3716ac07-156b-4c27-80cb-a8ad1f5f1177
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
£30,900 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,900 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 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, 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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