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title: "Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of Literacy & Numeracy Programme for prisoners at HMP Leeds"
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# Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of Literacy & Numeracy Programme for prisoners at HMP Leeds

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-45a551de-ec10-4b4b-92c1-bab452f8c3bc

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has completed an award of a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of a Literacy and Numeracy Programme for prisoners at HMP Leeds. This contract, valued at £87,764, was awarded to Shannon Trust, and it addresses the need for improved literacy and numeracy among prisoners, including those requiring English as a Second Language (ESOL) support. The procurement process was conducted using a selective method via a dynamic purchasing system, and the contract period runs from 5th June 2026 to 31st March 2027. The industry category for this procurement is Education and Training Services, with the location of service delivery in Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, evidenced by Shannon Trust's involvement as the awarded supplier. Businesses with expertise in educational programme delivery, particularly those specialising in adult literacy and numeracy, or ESOL services, would find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. The ongoing demand for education services within correctional facilities offers a recurring avenue for businesses seeking to expand their operations in the public sector.

## Notice

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for the provision of Literacy & Numeracy Programme for prisoners at HMP Leeds. The supplier will provide and facilitate a Literacy and Numeracy programme that shall address the barriers that exist with prisoners who have low levels of literacy and numeracy and for those prisoners whose English is not their first language (ESOL).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30687627-d5d9-45d8-81ee-5225bb03bded |
| 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 | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 19 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £87,764 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £87,764 |
| 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 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## 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

- 31 Jul 2026 at 13:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30687627-d5d9-45d8-81ee-5225bb03bded

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/30687627-d5d9-45d8-81ee-5225bb03bded
  31st July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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