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SPS-02148 Provision and Maintenance of In-Cell TVs

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

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) is conducting an active procurement process for the provision and maintenance of energy-efficient in-cell televisions, under the tender ID SPS-02321. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically domestic appliances, and is to be implemented across all SPS establishments situated within the UKM region. The procurement method being used is an open procedure, which aligns with the guidelines provided by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). This process is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 16th January 2026, at noon, and the award period commencing shortly thereafter on the same date.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in the supply and maintenance of electrical domestic appliances, particularly those focused on energy-efficient and digitally equipped television systems. Companies with expertise in providing comprehensive maintenance services and possessing strong financial standing with adequate economic resources are well-suited to compete in this process. Given the 720-day contract term, with the potential for a 3-year extension on a 1+1+1 basis, it presents a substantial long-term opportunity for growth, allowing businesses to establish enduring relationships with a national agency like the Scottish Prison Service.

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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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05aa2d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082140-2025
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
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
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
15 Mar 2026 - 14 Mar 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Unsuccessful
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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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