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Award of a Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Low Level Literacy and Numeracy Support for Prisoners at HMP The Verne

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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07 May 2025 at 07:10

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Justice has completed the procurement process for a contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. The contract is for providing low-level literacy and numeracy support for prisoners at HMP The Verne, located in the South West of the United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the "Education and training services" category, with a total contract value of £34,000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender period ended on 14th March 2025, and the contract is set to run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. The award was made to the Shannon Trust on 20th March 2025, indicating the current stage is Award.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational and training services, particularly those with expertise in vocational and correctional education. Companies classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities given its targeted nature and specific requirements. Engaging in such a contract can enhance a business's reputation, financial growth, and portfolio within the public sector, especially for those aiming to strengthen their foothold in government contracts related to educational services. The selective procurement process of this dynamic purchasing system further ensures that established vendors with relevant experience and resources can effectively compete and excel.

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Notice Title

Award of a Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Low Level Literacy and Numeracy Support for Prisoners at HMP The Verne

Notice Description

Award of a Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Low Level Literacy and Numeracy Support for Prisoners at HMP The Verne

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e9bcb708-5df0-415c-af09-b8ac200dbdb0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45df4a4f-bc59-4af0-9902-ebf41591e1ac
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
£34,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£34,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 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
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.prisoneducation@justice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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
TLK South West (England)

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SHANNON TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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