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title: "Impact Evaluation of the Offender Accommodation Pilot"
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# Impact Evaluation of the Offender Accommodation Pilot

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a5d6c964-2170-4268-b72e-2262f31f4f8e

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has completed the award stage for a contract titled "Impact Evaluation of the Offender Accommodation Pilot." This procurement, categorised under research services (CPV code 73110000), seeks to finalise the evaluation of a project aiming to reduce reoffending by providing accommodation to vulnerable individuals leaving prison. The contract, procured via single tender action, has been awarded to the National Centre for Social Research with a value of £21,920.08. The research services will span from 13th October 2025 to 31st March 2026, with the services being required in multiple regions, including the UK and overseas locations like the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. The procurement process was directly awarded and is suitable for SMEs.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in social research, particularly those focused on criminal justice and rehabilitation. The contract is ideally suited for larger research organisations due to its scale and the geographical scope of the evaluation. For businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector projects and showcase their expertise in impactful research, participation in similar opportunities could catalyse growth and establish a strong foothold within government contracts. Engaging in such projects allows businesses to contribute to meaningful societal outcomes, like reducing homelessness and reoffending rates, while tapping into public funds earmarked for innovative community support solutions.

## Notice

Research services to complete the final stages of the impact evaluation for the 'Offender Accommodation Project', which aims to reduce reoffending and homelessness by providing accommodation and support to vulnerable prison leavers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04b8743f-8d4e-44e4-a9dd-34fb742c60a7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £21,920 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £21,920 |
| 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 | East London |
| Postcode | E14 4PU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets |
| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Electoral ward | Canary Wharf |
| Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NATIONAL CENTRE FOR SOCIAL RESEARCH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2025 at 14:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04b8743f-8d4e-44e4-a9dd-34fb742c60a7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/04b8743f-8d4e-44e4-a9dd-34fb742c60a7
  14th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ebe9032c-ce62-49c1-8976-ad715955a677
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