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title: "Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Literacy and Numeracy course for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill"
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# Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Literacy and Numeracy course for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2b1895ac-dd9c-4e78-89d5-fa437f7849b9

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has completed the procurement process for a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, specifically for delivering a Literacy and Numeracy course for prisoners at HMP Leyhill. Categorised under education and training services, this project is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The selective procurement method was utilised for this tender, which concluded on 19th March 2026. The contract, valued at £38,235, commenced on 1st May 2026 and is scheduled to end on 30th April 2027. The procurement has reached the award stage as of 17th May 2026, with the award status active since 13th April 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, as these organisations are well-suited to deliver educational and training services within the prison sector. The awarded contract to Shannon Trust, a recognised SME and VCSE, underscores the potential for enterprises specialising in educational development and rehabilitative services to expand their offerings in the public sector. This procurement process not only supports the growth of small and voluntary organisations but also encourages the enhancement of literacy and numeracy skills among prisoners, fostering positive societal impacts.

## Notice

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Literacy and Numeracy course for Prisoners at HMP Leyhill

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/709e647f-e088-45f8-bac3-bd4f6cff922b |
| 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 | 17 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £38,235 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £38,235 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SHANNON TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 17 May 2026 at 10:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/709e647f-e088-45f8-bac3-bd4f6cff922b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/709e647f-e088-45f8-bac3-bd4f6cff922b
  17th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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