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title: "Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for GQA CSCS Course for Prisoners at HMP Lewes"
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# Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for GQA CSCS Course for Prisoners at HMP Lewes

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2264d35c-b31b-47a9-b95d-e67c167e0e75

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has concluded the procurement of a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for delivering a GQA CSCS Course aimed at prisoners in HMP Lewes. The contract falls under the education and training services category (CPV code 80000000) and spans multiple locations including London and the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement process, which follows a selective method, was completed with the award stage being active as of 14th October 2025, with the contract period extending from 9th September 2025 to 31st March 2026. This represents a targeted initiative to bolster skills development within the prisoner education framework, funded at GBP 10,613.32.

This tender presents attractive opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in educational services, particularly those with capabilities in delivering accredited training courses like the CSCS certificate. Companies that aim to expand their service offerings in the public sector, especially within the context of correctional facilities education, may find this contract conducive for building their portfolio and extending their expertise. The Ministry of Justice's engagement in delivering such services underscores the potential for recurring and structured business interactions, paving the way for sustainable growth within this niche market. Complete Skills Solutions, a small-scale enterprise, successfully secured the contract, exemplifying the capacity for SMEs to thrive in government-led educational initiatives.

## Notice

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for GQA CSCS Course for Prisoners at HMP Lewes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41228517-65c8-412d-8e00-b2d8819335b2 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,613 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £10,613 |
| 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 | TLI London, TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COMPLETE SKILLS SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2025 at 19:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41228517-65c8-412d-8e00-b2d8819335b2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/41228517-65c8-412d-8e00-b2d8819335b2
  14th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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