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Prison Leavers Project Evaluation - Phase 2

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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19 Dec 2025 at 16:28

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice, located in Leeds, has completed the award stage for the "Prison Leavers Project Evaluation - Phase 2" contract, classified under the research services industry (CPV code: 73110000). This contract involves producing a realist synthesis report to evaluate the Prisons Leavers' Programme and was awarded to TONIC Consultants Limited. The procurement was conducted via a direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, with a total value of £25,000. The contract will commence on 1 January 2026 and conclude on 31 March 2026, covering locations that include the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research services, especially those with a focus on public sector evaluations and analyses. The contract's straightforward procurement method highlights the potential for niche service providers to engage with public contracts in sectors seeking rigorous evaluation and analysis. Companies with a strong track record in delivering detailed synthesis reports for complex programmes would find this sector particularly conducive to business growth.

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Notice Title

Prison Leavers Project Evaluation - Phase 2

Notice Description

Research services to produce a realist synthesis report in order to finalise the Prisons Leavers' Programme Evaluation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e6e941f6-6094-4d55-a25e-fc62c19284e2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a309547-bad9-4d3d-b0a2-299dd034f2ba
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TONIC CONSULTANTS

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