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# Evaluation of the New Prisons Programme

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-07dc6d5a-4729-43bf-bd9f-b2d8a12b14b9

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has completed the procurement process for the "Evaluation of the New Prisons Programme", which encompasses an impact, process, and economic evaluation of the initiative creating approximately 10,000 new prison places across six new prisons. This tender falls under the industry category of Social Research Services (CPV code 79315000) and covers various locations such as British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 25th October 2024. The contract period is from 30th September 2024 to 27th August 2027. The contract was awarded to RAND Europe Community Interest Company for a value of £872,352.68, using a selective procurement method via call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in social research services, particularly those with expertise in evaluations and impact assessments within the public sector. Smaller enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were considered suitable for this tender, indicating inclusivity and opportunities for diverse business growth. Businesses with capabilities in large-scale programme evaluations, particularly in sectors involving public infrastructure or corrections, would find this tender particularly appealing. Engaging in this contract could open doors to further collaborations with government bodies such as the Ministry of Justice and similar large-scale projects.

## Notice

Impact, Process & Economic Evaluation of the New Prisons Programme which is creating c.10,000 places in six new prisons

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88baafeb-0789-4ce8-9be6-db2510605d05 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Sep 2024 - 27 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £872,352 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £872,352 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MINISTRY OF JUSTICE |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS1 4AP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Hunslet & Riverside |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAND EUROPE COMMUNITY INTEREST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79315000 - Social research services

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2024 at 15:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88baafeb-0789-4ce8-9be6-db2510605d05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/88baafeb-0789-4ce8-9be6-db2510605d05
  25th October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/60316325-873f-400e-b889-41306f4aa086
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## Notice URLs

- http://www.Gov.uk

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