Planning

In-Cell Services

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Planning

13 May 2024 at 00:00

OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service is planning a tender for the installation and management of an in-cell system in all operational establishments. The title of the procurement is "In-Cell Services" within the industry category of public order and safety. The procurement process is at the Planning stage, with a future notice date on 1st October 2024. The location of the buying organization is in Edinburgh, UK, and interested suppliers can find more details on the procurement at the Public Contracts Scotland website.

This tender by the Scottish Prison Service presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in digital technology and service management. Companies offering solutions for in-cell systems and digital skills enhancement could find this tender suited to their expertise. The procurement aims to enhance digital skills within the organization and improve operational efficiencies, making it relevant for technology providers and service management companies seeking to expand their market presence in the public order and safety sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

In-Cell Services

Notice Description

SPS has undertaken an active role in promoting the use of digital technology within its operational Establishments. SPS recognises that the ability of those in custody to develop their digital skills is limited to that of a classroom setting and is seeking opportunities to develop this further. In addition, one of the SPS's Digital Strategy's objectives is to enhance the digital skills of its staff group and move away from various transaction activities that take up a considerable amount of their time. SPS staff still rely extensively on paper-based systems for managing basic day-to-day activities. Research has identified that adoption of new technology requires active engagement and perceived positive outcomes from both of these user group(s) in order to accept new ways of working. It should be noted that the overall solution is split into two key aspects - the operating system and access device. The required device is still being established by the internal project group but SPS seeks options that are being utilised from the marketplace (this can be more than one). As a result of the above, the SPS is intending to issue a tender activity for a supplier to install and manage an in-cell system to all operational Establishments. The system will include a standalone managed portal with a range of modules (including menu selection, PPC balance, staff messaging and notice board). SPS does not seek a platform that is a "design and development solution" or an "agile development solution" as it should be well established. However, SPS would seek to expand modules as required via the supplier and have the ability to add 3rd party modules (such as education modules) as appropriate during the contract term. SPS expects to commence a period of market sounding in the coming weeks to provide and obtain information regarding potential solutions. All suppliers interested in participating in market sounding should note interest in this PIN notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS is expecting to commence a period of market sounding. The procurement route is still to be determined.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000765174
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY505157
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

30211300 - Computer platforms

30230000 - Computer-related equipment

30231100 - Computer terminals

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

72500000 - Computer-related services

72590000 - Computer-related professional services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 2024Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Jenny Cleworth
Contact Email
jennifer.cleworth@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

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY505157
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