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Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Employment Coaches for Prisoners at HMP High Down

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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24 Jul 2026 at 13:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System has been completed by the Ministry of Justice. This contract, titled "Employment Coaches for Prisoners at HMP High Down," falls under the education and training services industry category, with a CPV classification of 80000000. The contract location is London, United Kingdom, and it was managed through a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender stage concluded on 21st April 2026, and the contract period runs from 10th July 2026 to 25th May 2027. The awarded contract is valued at £20,000 and was published on 24th July 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses operating within the education and training services sector, particularly those specialising in employability coaching and support. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are especially well-suited to compete in this domain, given the project's focus on personalised interventions and practical support for individuals transitioning into the workforce. By participating in such projects, businesses can enhance their reputation and expand their reach within the public sector, capitalising on the demand for innovative training solutions that cater to niche markets such as prisoner rehabilitation and reintegration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Employment Coaches for Prisoners at HMP High Down

Notice Description

Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Employment Coaches for Prisoners at HMP High Down. The Supplier will provide tailored and supportive interventions that help learners recognise their strengths, identify career goals, and build confidence. Alongside employability training, many individuals require practical support with writing CVs, preparing disclosure letters, and developing effective interview and communication skills to enable them to navigate professional environments with confidence.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5d5373e4-5eeb-4eff-83e9-8bd4bbf40bfb
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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
£20,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£20,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jul 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Jul 2026 - 25 May 2027 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BEATING TIME (ALSO KNOWN AS CHOIRS BEATING TIME

Further Information

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