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title: "RFP 1086 (prj_1231) GRANT FUNDING OPPORTUNITY - To pilot, develop and test to provide proof of concept to improve services for offenders with learning disabilities and autism, and to provide access to expert advice to support sentence planning to improve outcomes."
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# RFP 1086 (prj_1231) GRANT FUNDING OPPORTUNITY - To pilot, develop and test to provide proof of concept to improve services for offenders with learning disabilities and autism, and to provide access to expert advice to support sentence planning to improve outcomes.

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE.  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3ce5ae72-f3c6-4da7-8915-b0d9ab4c0fbf

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves the Ministry of Justice, which has initiated tender RFP 1086 aimed at providing grant funding to pilot and develop services for offenders with learning disabilities and autism. The primary industry category for this procurement falls under 'Other community, social and personal services', with the contract valued at £69,723. The tender period concluded on 8 June 2017, and the subsequent contract started on 14 July 2017, running until 31 March 2018. The service delivery is applicable across the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in mental health, disabilities, or social services. Companies well-suited to bid for this contract are those able to provide innovative solutions and expert advice to support the rehabilitation of offenders, ultimately contributing to improved societal outcomes. Engaging in this project may not only enhance service offerings but also expand market presence within the social care sector.

## Notice

Award of GRANT FUNDING OPPORTUNITY - To pilot, develop and test to provide proof of concept to improve services for offenders with learning disabilities and autism, and to provide access to expert advice to support sentence planning to improve outcomes.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f8fbc4b-985e-4d03-b2a5-2b0f958166f2 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jul 2017 |
| Contract period | 13 Jul 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £69,723 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,723 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 2WD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATIONAL AUTISTIC SOCIETY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2017 at 13:04 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f8fbc4b-985e-4d03-b2a5-2b0f958166f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f8fbc4b-985e-4d03-b2a5-2b0f958166f2
  15th September 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/21f5d0d2-2dff-4dbf-8392-febb71e05035
  Published Grant Agreement - National Autistic Society - RFP 1086 (prj_1231)

## Notice URLs

- https://ministryofjusticecommercial.bravosolution.co.uk

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