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title: "Award of a Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Low Level Literacy and Numeracy Support for Prisoners at HMP The Verne"
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# Award of a Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Low Level Literacy and Numeracy Support for Prisoners at HMP The Verne

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e9bcb708-5df0-415c-af09-b8ac200dbdb0

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has completed the procurement process for a contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System. The contract is for providing low-level literacy and numeracy support for prisoners at HMP The Verne, located in the South West of the United Kingdom. The procurement falls under the "Education and training services" category, with a total contract value of £34,000. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The tender period ended on 14th March 2025, and the contract is set to run from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026. The award was made to the Shannon Trust on 20th March 2025, indicating the current stage is Award.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational and training services, particularly those with expertise in vocational and correctional education. Companies classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) will find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities given its targeted nature and specific requirements. Engaging in such a contract can enhance a business's reputation, financial growth, and portfolio within the public sector, especially for those aiming to strengthen their foothold in government contracts related to educational services. The selective procurement process of this dynamic purchasing system further ensures that established vendors with relevant experience and resources can effectively compete and excel.

## Notice

Award of a Call off Contract Under Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for Low Level Literacy and Numeracy Support for Prisoners at HMP The Verne

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45df4a4f-bc59-4af0-9902-ebf41591e1ac |
| 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 | 7 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £34,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £34,000 |
| 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 | 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

- 7 May 2025 at 07:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45df4a4f-bc59-4af0-9902-ebf41591e1ac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/45df4a4f-bc59-4af0-9902-ebf41591e1ac
  7th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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