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title: "Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Self Employment course for Prisoners at HMP Elmley"
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# Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Self Employment course for Prisoners at HMP Elmley

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab63acab-f085-476e-9f41-992cf24d40a4

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has completed the award for a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. This contract, valued at £36,000, is specifically for delivering a Self Employment course for prisoners at HMP Elmley, focusing on education and training services. The procurement process used a selective method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, reflective of the Ministry's commitment to enhancing prisoner rehabilitation through education. The course was awarded to CAP Enterprise (Kent) CIC and began on 1 May 2026, scheduled to run until 31 March 2027. Delivery locations include London and the South East of the United Kingdom, aligning with dynamic and strategic geographic targets. Key dates in the procurement timeline included the tender period ending on 7 April 2026 and the award date of 13 April 2026.

This tender represents a lucrative opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their offerings in educational services within the corrections sector. The focus on self-employment preparation opens avenues for businesses with expertise in vocational training and personal development programmes. The contract encourages SME and VCSE participation, signalling potential growth in government-facilitated training initiatives. Companies with a track record of customising educational content to meet diverse learner needs, particularly those focusing on entrepreneurship, would be well-positioned to explore similar opportunities in the future.

## Notice

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for a Self Employment course for Prisoners at HMP Elmley. The course shall develop an understanding of the opportunities and challenges that self-employment on release shall present for learners. The course shall allow learners to create a business plan with specialist help and advice. It should cover the following: - Personal characteristics for self-employment - Potential barriers to self-employment and solutions/guidance - Communication and team working - Decision making - Time management - Explain and present the business idea and examine strength and weaknesses - Identify the product / service - Identify potential customers - Marketing and advertising opportunities - How to create and present a business plan

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/550854b3-e8ab-4069-85b9-40ee04b81e44 |
| 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 | 17 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £36,000 |
| 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, TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CAP ENTERPRISE (KENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 17 May 2026 at 11:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/550854b3-e8ab-4069-85b9-40ee04b81e44

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/550854b3-e8ab-4069-85b9-40ee04b81e44
  17th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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