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title: "Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for In Cell Training for Prisoners at HMP Risley"
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# Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for In Cell Training for Prisoners at HMP Risley

Buyer: MINISTRY OF JUSTICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-eb24acbf-057f-4446-bd56-3c89497405fc

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## Summary

The Ministry of Justice has awarded a call-off contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for in-cell training services at HMP Risley, located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This procurement, classified under the Education and training services category, entered the award stage on 29 April 2026. The contract, valued at £25,000, is set to begin on 1 April 2026 and conclude on 31 March 2027. The selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, ensures targeted engagement within the sector. The awarding of this contract presents opportunities for organisations in the field of educational services and training, particularly those with expertise in delivering educational solutions within institutional settings.

This tender opens avenues for companies specialising in education and skill development, particularly those capable of providing specialised training in challenging environments such as prisons. Businesses classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are well-suited to engage with similar opportunities. While PeoplePlus Group Ltd, a large-scale company, secured this contract, the dynamic purchasing system model allows diverse enterprises to participate in future tenders, facilitating business growth by penetrating niche markets where education and training services are in demand.

## Notice

Award of a Call-Off Contract under the Prison Education Dynamic Purchasing System for In Cell Training for Prisoners at HMP Risley. The in cell learning solution is in addition to and complements the Education, Skills and Work curriculum.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1c11591-38ed-47cd-8cd6-7a00794114a6 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PEOPLEPLUS GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 06:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1c11591-38ed-47cd-8cd6-7a00794114a6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e1c11591-38ed-47cd-8cd6-7a00794114a6
  29th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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