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title: "Prisoner Escort & Custody-Major Contracts-2011-Area 2-Serco"
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buyer: "MINISTRY OF JUSTICE"
published: "2018-02-20"
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# Prisoner Escort & Custody-Major Contracts-2011-Area 2-Serco

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-67ca3b09-52f7-4483-b416-b368cf64977b

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has successfully completed the procurement process for the "Prisoner Escort & Custody-Major Contracts-2011-Area 2-Serco". This tender, which falls under the judicial services industry category with a total contract value of £283,342,791, was conducted using an open procurement method. The contract period commenced on 28 August 2011 and concluded on 27 August 2018, with the tender period ending on 27 August 2011. The contract has been awarded to Serco, with the award announced on 15 March 2011 and published on 20 February 2018.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in judicial services, particularly large-scale service providers with expertise in prisoner transport and custody. Companies equipped to manage logistics, security, and support services in high-stakes environments will find opportunities to expand their operational footprint, especially in regions associated with the British Overseas Territories and beyond. Collaboration with organisations that possess the relevant experience and resources could enhance competitive advantage within this sector.

## Notice

Provision of the Prisoner Escort and Custody Service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f4eb57d-0032-4230-a42b-364f02a2a090 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2011 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Mar 2011 |
| Contract period | 27 Aug 2011 - 27 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £283,342,791 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £283,342,791 |
| 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 | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1H 9AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SERCO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 75 - Administration, defence and social security services

### Codes

- 75231000 - Judicial services

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2018 at 10:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f4eb57d-0032-4230-a42b-364f02a2a090

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f4eb57d-0032-4230-a42b-364f02a2a090
  20th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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