--- title: "Independent Evaluation of the MoJ Legal Support Grant 2026-2029" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-574fd8c1-fe69-4c65-b942-fb0ad50f97dd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-574fd8c1-fe69-4c65-b942-fb0ad50f97dd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-574fd8c1-fe69-4c65-b942-fb0ad50f97dd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-574fd8c1-fe69-4c65-b942-fb0ad50f97dd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE" published: "2026-07-22" --- # Independent Evaluation of the MoJ Legal Support Grant 2026-2029 Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-574fd8c1-fe69-4c65-b942-fb0ad50f97dd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-574fd8c1-fe69-4c65-b942-fb0ad50f97dd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-574fd8c1-fe69-4c65-b942-fb0ad50f97dd.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has completed the procurement process for an independent evaluation of its Legal Support Grant for the period 2026-2029, with Ipsos (market research) Limited selected as the supplier. This contract, valued at approximately £929,670, falls under the services category, specifically research services, and is classified with the CPV code 73110000. The procurement method employed was a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The evaluation process aims to enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of the legal support system, which is managed by the Access to Justice Foundation on behalf of MoJ. The contract covers a wide range of global locations including the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, and others, with its active period running from 20th July 2026 to 19th March 2029. The award was finalised on 21st July 2026. This project presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in research services, especially those focusing on legal and public services evaluation. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) stand to gain from this initiative, as the procurement process was open to these types of organisations. With the MoJ's focus on improving access to justice, businesses providing innovative solutions to support legal understanding and resolution will find this sector ripe for growth. By enhancing legal support services, businesses can contribute to meaningful societal impact while expanding their reach within government contracts. This opportunity underscores the demand for expert services in delivering comprehensive evaluations of public programmes, making it ideal for businesses with a robust capability in research and data analysis. ## Notice This Research is to commission an independent evaluation of the new Legal Support grant programme, which will be managed by the Access to Justice Foundation on behalf of MoJ. This evaluation is fundamental to the purpose and delivery of the programme and MoJ legal support policy. It is proposed to run from July 2026 to March 2029, with a budget of approximately PS1million. The MoJ aims to create a legal support system that is more effective, efficient, and sustainable. 'Legal Support' refers to a broad range of assistance that helps individuals understand and resolve legal issues. This includes, but is not limited to, access to information, early legal help, community-based support and digital tools. This system should empower individuals to resolve legal issues as early as possible, understand their rights and options, and engage confidently with services to suit their needs. . ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b798b705-69bb-426a-87d4-ab6e35fc57fb | | 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 | 22 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 May 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 20 Jul 2026 | | Contract period | 19 Jul 2026 - 19 Mar 2029 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £929,670 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £929,670 | | 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 | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | IPSOS (MARKET RESEARCH | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 73110000 - Research services ## Release History - 22 Jul 2026 at 12:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b798b705-69bb-426a-87d4-ab6e35fc57fb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b798b705-69bb-426a-87d4-ab6e35fc57fb 22nd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dc7dbac4-7dce-4bcf-abb8-e055efde3c9f n/a ## Notice URLs - http://www.Gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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