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title: "Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh"
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# Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c1701e9b-1af3-49f1-aebe-735213a84560

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has completed the award stage of a public procurement process titled "Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh." This procurement falls under the education and training services category (CPV code: 80000000) and is situated in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted through a selective method using a dynamic purchasing system, with the contract valued at GBP 25,314. The contract period is set from 1st December 2025 to 30th June 2026, reflecting the Ministry's commitment to enhancing literacy support within the correctional facility.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) seeking to expand their involvement in public sector contracts. With a focus on education services, businesses with expertise in educational programme delivery, particularly within challenging environments, would be well-suited to engage with similar opportunities. The contract was awarded to Shannon Trust, an organisation recognised for its work in educational support for prisoners, highlighting the potential for specialist service providers to contribute to impactful social initiatives.

## Notice

Award of a call off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Literacy Support for prisoners at HMP Guys Marsh.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbca26f8-bf1e-456f-ad8d-e5734a45e0cf |
| 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 | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,314 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,314 |
| 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 | 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

- 13 Nov 2025 at 22:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbca26f8-bf1e-456f-ad8d-e5734a45e0cf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cbca26f8-bf1e-456f-ad8d-e5734a45e0cf
  13th November 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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