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title: "Prison Leavers Project Evaluation - Phase 2"
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# Prison Leavers Project Evaluation - Phase 2

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e6e941f6-6094-4d55-a25e-fc62c19284e2

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice, located in Leeds, has completed the award stage for the "Prison Leavers Project Evaluation - Phase 2" contract, classified under the research services industry (CPV code: 73110000). This contract involves producing a realist synthesis report to evaluate the Prisons Leavers' Programme and was awarded to TONIC Consultants Limited. The procurement was conducted via a direct method, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, with a total value of £25,000. The contract will commence on 1 January 2026 and conclude on 31 March 2026, covering locations that include the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom.

This procurement process presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in research services, especially those with a focus on public sector evaluations and analyses. The contract's straightforward procurement method highlights the potential for niche service providers to engage with public contracts in sectors seeking rigorous evaluation and analysis. Companies with a strong track record in delivering detailed synthesis reports for complex programmes would find this sector particularly conducive to business growth.

## Notice

Research services to produce a realist synthesis report in order to finalise the Prisons Leavers' Programme Evaluation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a309547-bad9-4d3d-b0a2-299dd034f2ba |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TONIC CONSULTANTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2025 at 16:28 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a309547-bad9-4d3d-b0a2-299dd034f2ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2a309547-bad9-4d3d-b0a2-299dd034f2ba
  19th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cc83786a-7017-43b6-9682-170ec3c19ace
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