The Our Future Probation Service (OFPS) programme - Delivery Partner

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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Award

11 Jun 2026 at 07:34

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "The Our Future Probation Service (OFPS) programme - Delivery Partner," facilitated by the Ministry of Justice, has progressed to the award stage. This tender, valued at £5,000,000, involves the provision of technical analysis or consultancy services, classified under CPV codes 71621000 and 72220000. The procurement, executed via a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement, addresses service delivery in the United Kingdom and beyond, including British Overseas Territories and Europe. Important timelines include the tender ending on 26th March 2026, with the contractual period expected from 18th May 2026 to 17th May 2028. The award was published on 11th June 2026, solidifying Ernst & Young LLP as the supplier.

This opportunity presents significant prospects for businesses specialising in project and programme management, service design, and change management that align with the goals of the Our Future Probation Service Programme. The initiative seeks to implement the government's response to the Independent Sentencing Review, opening avenues for technical consultancy firms to contribute to the sustainable management of probation services. Both SMEs and VCSEs are eligible to participate, creating a favourable environment for diversification and growth within these business sectors.

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Notice Title

The Our Future Probation Service (OFPS) programme - Delivery Partner

Notice Description

HMPPS, as part of the MoJ, is delivering the Our Future Probation Service (OFPS) Programme. The Programme is central to the MoJ Justice Delivery Plan and is responsible for rebalancing demand and capacity across probation. OFPS will deliver the Government's response to the Independent Sentencing Review (ISR), ensuring probation services are placed on a sustainable footing while continuing to protect the public and reduce reoffending. The Delivery Partner (DP) is required to provide targeted delivery support to OFPS Programme. This support will be focused on enabling and accelerating delivery - through project and programme management, service design facilitation, planning, coordination, analysis, change management, communications and assurance - rather than setting strategy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/260c06cd-7332-48c6-9500-3149fecda5f2
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

72220000 - Systems and technical consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 17 May 2028 2-3 years
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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1H 9AJ
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ERNST & YOUNG

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