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title: "Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Performing Arts course for prisoners at HMP Elmley"
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# Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Performing Arts course for prisoners at HMP Elmley

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-57165e2d-cc88-4c5e-bd19-c89e6e53edf4

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## Summary

The contract awarded by the Ministry of Justice, based in Leeds, involves a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System, focusing on a Performing Arts course for prisoners at HMP Elmley. This contract falls under the Education and Training services category and is set to be delivered in London and the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method was selective, utilising a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract period commenced on 1st November 2025 and will conclude on 31st March 2026. The tender process has reached the award stage, with a contract value of £13,500.

This opportunity provides businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those focused on performing arts, the chance to expand their service offerings within the prison education sector. It's particularly relevant for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), as indicated by its suitability criteria. With the growing emphasis on rehabilitation through skills development in correctional facilities, companies like Unlock Drama, the awarded supplier, can leverage this contract to establish themselves as leaders in this niche market, thereby driving business growth and making significant social impact.

## Notice

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Performing Arts course for Prisoners at HMP Elmley. The Supplier shall provide support to LDD/Neurodiverse prisoners through performing arts workshops to instil confidence, develop positive communication skills and support personal development.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6756c40-355b-47aa-ba91-e65fa96ed7f5 |
| 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 | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £13,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £13,500 |
| 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 | UNLOCK DRAMA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2025 at 19:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6756c40-355b-47aa-ba91-e65fa96ed7f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e6756c40-355b-47aa-ba91-e65fa96ed7f5
  13th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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