Tender

SPS-02148 Provision and Maintenance of In-Cell TVs

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

31 Oct 2025 at 09:01

Planning

08 Oct 2025 at 08:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is currently in the tender stage for the procurement titled "SPS-02148 Provision and Maintenance of In-Cell TVs." The procurement falls under the category of domestic appliances and is classified within the goods industry. The SPS seeks a supplier to deliver and maintain energy-efficient televisions suitable for prison cells. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 1st December 2025. Following this, the contract is planned to commence on 15th March 2026 and conclude by 14th March 2028, with a possible extension of up to three additional years. The delivery location encompasses all SPS establishments in the UKM region.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and maintenance of electrical domestic appliances, specifically those producing energy-efficient television systems. Companies experienced in servicing institutional environments with strict performance and energy efficiency requirements are well-suited to compete. The procurement emphasizes quality and price as evaluation criteria, offering a substantial opportunity for firms that can provide reliable and cost-effective solutions. Bidders must demonstrate solid financial standing and capability to fulfil the contract efficiently, fostering potential long-term trust and collaboration with a major national agency.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPS-02148 Provision and Maintenance of In-Cell TVs

Notice Description

The Scottish Prison Service requires a supplier to supply and maintain energy efficient televisions that are suitable for use within an in-cell environment. The SPS currently have a contract in place for the provision of energy efficient televisions (with in-built DVD) for use within a prison environment. This contract is due to expire and the SPS requires this service provision to be continued. The contract shall also provide for any necessary repairs throughout the contract term.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS has commenced this procurement process in good faith and with the intention of awarding a contract. Following publication of the Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) including the European Single Procurement Document (ESPD) will be published by SPS and will be made available to bidders. Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the ITT.

Renewal: The Purchaser has the option to extend the Contract by an additional 3 years on a 1+1+1 basis

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05aa2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069925-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

32324600 - Digital-TV boxes

39700000 - Domestic appliances

39710000 - Electrical domestic appliances

92232000 - Cable TV

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Dec 20253 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Jennifer Nairn
Contact Email
jennifer.nairn@prisons.gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1313303778

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9DJ
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

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