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title: "Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of In-Cell Education for prisoners at HMP Whatton"
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# Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of In-Cell Education for prisoners at HMP Whatton

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-321ce01f-5f10-4afb-a781-b51cb2b6b507

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## Summary

The procurement process concluded with the award of a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, aimed at providing in-cell education for prisoners at HMP Whatton. Managed by the Ministry of Justice, this initiative falls within the education and training services category, designated under CPV code 80000000. The selected supplier is People Plus Group Ltd. The contract is valued at £25,000 and extends from 1st April 2026 to 31st March 2027. The procurement method used was selective, through a dynamic purchasing system, targeting the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the award being made active on 5th March 2026 and publicly announced on 17th May 2026.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those with experience in providing services within correctional facilities. With the Ministry of Justice as the contracting authority, businesses that are adaptable, have innovative approaches to in-cell education, and possess the capability to operate within the UK, especially in the East Midlands region, are well-suited to engage in similar future opportunities. The contract’s emphasis on dynamic purchasing systems and suitability for SMEs and VCSEs invites diverse organisations to be part of an impactful social contribution. Such opportunities can fortify business portfolios by aligning with public sector contracts and fostering growth in specialised educational service delivery.

## Notice

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of In-Cell Education for prisoners at HMP Whatton

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/802a0730-9bad-4ceb-9516-e80ea552f8d2 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| 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 | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PEOPLE PLUS GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 17 May 2026 at 08:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/802a0730-9bad-4ceb-9516-e80ea552f8d2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/802a0730-9bad-4ceb-9516-e80ea552f8d2
  17th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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