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Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy & Numeracy for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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11 May 2025 at 08:13

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has completed the award stage of a contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, titled "Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy & Numeracy for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill." This contract focuses on providing informal literacy and numeracy learning support for prisoners, helping to establish a pathway into classroom-based education as part of the prison's broader educational strategy. The procurement, conducted through a selective method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, is classified under education and training services with a CPV code of 80000000. Located in the South West of the United Kingdom, this contract commenced on 1st April 2025 and will run until 31st March 2026, with the total contract value being £36,699 GBP. The procurement is suitable for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) as well as Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs).

This award presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs specialised in educational and training services, particularly those with a focus on literacy and numeracy support within institutional settings. The successful supplier, Shannon Trust, exemplifies the type of organisation well-suited to capitalise on such opportunities, particularly given their experience and focus within the sector. Engaging with similar future tenders can provide such businesses with a platform for growth, offering a foothold into government contracts that can enhance their portfolio and reputation in providing essential educational services that align with public sector objectives.

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Notice Title

Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy & Numeracy for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill

Notice Description

Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy & Numeracy for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill to provide informal learning support at entry-level, and designed to supplement formal education provision, establishing a pathway into classroom-based learning and contributing to the broader educational strategy within the prison.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9b6d7a02-1c89-42f2-b42a-61f8622cd527
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/960c4d01-a9d0-4a7f-86b3-850d1fe476d9
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
£36,699 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£36,699 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 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
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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
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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