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SPS-02321 Provision and Maintenance of In-Cell TVs

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

24 Mar 2026 at 16:29

Award

11 Dec 2025 at 15:41

Tender

09 Dec 2025 at 10:36

Tender

31 Oct 2025 at 09:01

Planning

08 Oct 2025 at 08:57

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has completed the procurement process for the provision and maintenance of in-cell televisions, targeting the domestic appliances industry. The contract, valued at £540,000, was awarded to Cello Electronics (UK) Ltd on 10th March 2026. The procurement method adopted was an open procedure, covering all establishments within the SPS located in the UKM region. This initiative addresses the need for energy-efficient televisions in prison cells and includes repair services throughout the contract term. The process ensured quality as a key criterion alongside price during tender evaluations.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for business growth, especially for suppliers specialising in audio-visual equipment, digital-TV boxes, and electrical domestic appliances. SMEs with experience in repair and maintenance services for television equipment are well-suited to compete in such tenders. Business entities capable of delivering high-quality and sustainable television solutions have the opportunity to form long-term partnerships with national agencies like the SPS. The procurement process favoured suppliers who can demonstrate robust financial health and commercial viability, further presenting growth prospects for reliable businesses in this sector.

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Notice Title

SPS-02321 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 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 Single Procurement Document (SPD) was published by SPS and was made available to bidders. Tender responses were then 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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05aa2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027000-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

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
SME

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

32320000 - Television and audio-visual equipment

32324000 - Televisions

32324100 - Colour televisions

32324300 - Television equipment

32324600 - Digital-TV boxes

39700000 - Domestic appliances

39710000 - Electrical domestic appliances

50341000 - Repair and maintenance services of television equipment

92220000 - Television services

92232000 - Cable TV

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£540,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
10 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CELLO ELECTRONICS (UK

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