Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process described in this document involves the Ministry of Justice, which has awarded a contract for Lot 3 – Additional Learning Needs of the Screening & Assessment Tool to Do-IT Solutions Ltd. This project, part of the Prisoner Education Service initiative, focuses on developing an educational software solution to enhance educational assessments for prisoners across the United Kingdom. The contract, having gone through the open procedure above threshold, is now at the award stage and is valued at £2,476,399. The procurement, classified under "Educational software development services," covers multiple regions including London, the North East, and the South West of England. The contract period spans from 10 April 2025 to 30 September 2028.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for technology firms, especially those focusing on educational software, to contribute to enhancing learning outcomes for prisoners. Companies specializing in digital solutions, particularly those certified as SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises), will find the scope of the project conducive to showcasing their innovations in the field of educational technology. The Ministry of Justice's emphasis on national educational screening presents a chance for such entities to position themselves as key players in public sector education reforms. This opportunity is well-suited for enterprises seeking to expand their footprint in the development of digital educational tools and services tailored to institutional needs across diverse regions in the UK.

Award

Screening & Assessment Tool Lot 3 Additional Learning Needs

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

9th May 2025 13:10:12 PM
Contract Summary

This notice outlines the award of Lot 3 Additional Learning Needs of the Screening & Assessment Tool Procurement. The Prisoner Education Service (PES) programme is developing an innovative, integrated digital ecosystem that brings together a holistic prisoner view that informs planning, delivery and accountability. Effective Screening and Assessment (S&A) is at the core of this, ensuring that prisoner's education starting points and learning needs are identified from initial education induction, and inform their learner journey throughout their time in custody. This system will enable HMPPS to drive up standards, improve national consistency and outcomes across the estate, both in custody and in the community. To enable and support HMPPS ambition and realise the strategic decision for national education screening, we are procuring digital S&A tools for the Prison Education Service. The scope of which includes screening tools for English, Mathematics, Digital Skills, Reading, and Additional Learning Needs (ALN). This award notice is for Lot 3: Additional Learning Needs
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-e4e7775d-3a8e-4a49-a42d-7493f82cc5a4

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (above Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

72212190

CPV Division(s)

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

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

pes-screeningandassessment@justice.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

102 Petty France

London

SW1H 9AJ

England
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

DO-IT SOLUTIONS LTD

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Screening & Assessment Tool Lot 3 Additional Learning Needs

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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