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title: "Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Reading and Numeracy support Specialist for Prisoners at HMP Whitemoor"
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# Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Reading and Numeracy support Specialist for Prisoners at HMP Whitemoor

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-aacf0f8d-355f-4e56-9f8a-1231092ef195

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has successfully completed the award stage of a contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. This contract, valued at £49,165, focuses on providing reading and numeracy support for prisoners at HMP Whitemoor, located in the East of England. The procurement, classified under Education and training services, was managed through a selective process via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. Key dates include the tender period end date on 28th April 2026 and the contract period running from 1st May 2026 to 31st March 2027.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs and VCSEs, as these types of organisations are highlighted as suitable for such procurements. Businesses specialising in educational services, particularly those adept at delivering literacy and numeracy programmes, will find this contract aligns well with their expertise. Successful contracts in this sector not only contribute to social impact but also provide a consistent revenue stream over the contract’s duration. As the provider, Shannon Trust, a registered charity and SME, exemplifies the type of organisation well-suited to fulfilling this contract's requirements.

## Notice

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Reading and Numeracy support Specialist for Prisoners at HMP Whitemoor

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0d37be8-2f23-463d-a8c6-db8d1f9ca00b |
| 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 | 31 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £49,165 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £49,165 |
| 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 | SHANNON TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 31 May 2026 at 07:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0d37be8-2f23-463d-a8c6-db8d1f9ca00b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a0d37be8-2f23-463d-a8c6-db8d1f9ca00b
  31st May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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