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Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for CSCS Card & Self Employment for residents of HMP YOI Hindley

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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13 Jun 2025 at 09:57

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has awarded a contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System to Entrepreneurs Unlocked for services associated with the CSCS Card & Self Employment programme for residents of HMP YOI Hindley. This procurement, classified under 'Education and training services', is geared towards the North West of the United Kingdom. The process, now in the award stage, was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period began on 12th June 2025 and will end on 31st March 2026, with the contract valued at £21,240. The procurement process was suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, indicating inclusivity for various business types to participate.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those specialising in vocational training and educational services. SMEs and social enterprises are particularly well-positioned to benefit, given the procurement method's suitability criteria. Engaging in such contracts can provide valuable experience and potential for reputational enhancement within the public sector, as well as open avenues for future partnerships with government entities like the Ministry of Justice. Additionally, it can contribute to meaningful societal impact by aiding the rehabilitation and upskilling of individuals in prison facilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for CSCS Card & Self Employment for residents of HMP YOI Hindley

Notice Description

Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for CSCS Card & Self Employment for residents of HMP YOI Hindley

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7e14753c-45eb-489e-b8e3-744b7b6eb630
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/60b0cf15-9c50-4ca2-8e6a-12327f47db1f
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
£21,240 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£21,240 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
11 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

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
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ENTREPRENEURS UNLOCKED

Further Information

Notice Documents

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