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Woodwork Capital Equipment - Vertical CNC Machine - Frankland

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

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17 Oct 2025 at 09:14

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by the Ministry of Justice, involved the acquisition of woodworking capital equipment, specifically a vertical CNC machine for HMP Frankland. Located in London, the Ministry of Justice is a central government public authority. The procurement, categorised under goods, followed a limited method due to being below threshold competition. Key dates include the awarding and contract signing on 16th October 2025, with the contract active until 31st March 2026. This project aims to enhance prison industry workshops with essential equipment.

This tender opens avenues for SMEs, particularly those specialising in manufacturing and supplying woodworking machines. As demonstrated by the successful award to G & J Wood Machinery Limited, competitive businesses in this sector with similar capabilities can find opportunities for growth and market expansion through engaging with government contracts. The central government’s projects often require innovative solutions and high-quality goods, providing a viable market for enterprises ready to meet such demands.

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Notice Title

Woodwork Capital Equipment - Vertical CNC Machine - Frankland

Notice Description

Woodwork capital equipment for prison industries workshop - vertical CNC machine - HMP Frankland

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05ce88
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066163-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment


CPV Codes

43810000 - Woodworking equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
15 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mojprocurementindustries@justice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

G & J WOOD MACHINERY

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