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Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Tattooing (simulated) training to support progression into a employment in the industry for prisoners at HMP Belmarsh

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Award

12 Dec 2025 at 07:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has completed the award stage of a procurement process for a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. This contract entails providing simulated tattooing training aimed at supporting prisoners' progression into employment at HMP Belmarsh. The procurement falls under the 'Education and training services' category and serves locations in London and the South East of the United Kingdom. Following a selective procurement method, this contract was awarded to Elever Training, with a value of £28,500. The contract period is set to commence on 3 February 2026 and conclude on 2 May 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses operating within the education and training services industry, particularly those focusing on non-traditional or vocational skills training, to engage with government contracts. Suitable candidates include SMEs and VCSEs, who are encouraged by the suitability criteria outlined in the procurement process. By participating in such initiatives, businesses can expand their portfolios, increase their market presence in the public sector, and contribute positively to societal welfare by supporting prisoner rehabilitation and employment pathways.

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Notice Title

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Tattooing (simulated) training to support progression into a employment in the industry for prisoners at HMP Belmarsh

Notice Description

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Tattooing (simulated) training to support progression into a employment in the industry for prisoners at HMP Belmarsh.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cfb261fe-c05d-4ad1-b884-c82bb28094a4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a14683db-d443-4233-ad91-bcffa8619677
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
£28,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£28,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
3 Feb 2026 - 2 May 2026 1-6 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
TLI London, TLJ South East (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELEVER TRAINING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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