Award

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Award

13 Nov 2025 at 22:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has completed the award stage of a public procurement process titled "Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh." This procurement falls under the education and training services category (CPV code: 80000000) and is situated in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method using a dynamic purchasing system, with the contract valued at GBP 25,314. The contract period is set from 1st December 2025 to 30th June 2026, reflecting the Ministry's commitment to enhancing literacy support within the correctional facility.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) seeking to expand their involvement in public sector contracts. With a focus on education services, businesses with expertise in educational programme delivery, particularly within challenging environments, would be well-suited to engage with similar opportunities. The contract was awarded to Shannon Trust, an organisation recognised for its work in educational support for prisoners, highlighting the potential for specialist service providers to contribute to impactful social initiatives.

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Notice Title

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh

Notice Description

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c1701e9b-1af3-49f1-aebe-735213a84560
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbca26f8-bf1e-456f-ad8d-e5734a45e0cf
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
£25,314 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,314 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Jun 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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