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title: "Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for residents of HMP Isle of Wight"
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# Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for residents of HMP Isle of Wight

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-65e7e1a6-a8df-4619-9f9c-a6280cdb34bc

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has successfully awarded a contract for literacy support services under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. This initiative aims to assist residents at HMP Isle of Wight, focusing on engaging lower-level learners and fostering educational progression. The contract was awarded to Shannon Trust, a large organisation with experience in voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors. The procurement process was carried out using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The contract, valued at £30,900, runs from 2 June 2025 to 31 March 2026, with services to be delivered across regions including London and South West England. The award was published on 16 June 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in education and training services, particularly those with expertise in literacy and numeracy programmes for harder-to-reach learners. The positioning within the Prison Education sector opens pathways for SMEs and VCSEs to establish or expand their presence in a specialised arena. Companies with a proven track record in facilitating educational programmes can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolio, contribute to societal impact, and reinforce their competitive edge in the market. The dynamic purchasing system ensures a streamlined process for engaging suitable suppliers, offering a promising environment for business growth in the education sector.

## Notice

Award of a Call of Contract under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for residents of HMP Isle of Wight to provide a dedicated facilitator and lead a literacy and numeracy programme. They shall engage lower-level, harder to reach learners, and demonstrate progression for people at the earlier stages of their educational journey.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3716ac07-156b-4c27-80cb-a8ad1f5f1177 |
| 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 | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,900 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,900 |
| 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, TLK South West (England) |

## 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

- 16 Jun 2025 at 10:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3716ac07-156b-4c27-80cb-a8ad1f5f1177

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3716ac07-156b-4c27-80cb-a8ad1f5f1177
  16th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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