Planning

SPS-02286 Meter Operator of Electricity Meters at all SPS Sites

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Planning

25 Jun 2025 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for a contract titled "SPS-02286 Meter Operator of Electricity Meters at all SPS Sites." This procurement falls under the services category, specifically within public order and safety, and covers all SPS locations across Scotland, with a focus on maintaining and operating both Half-Hourly and Non-Half-Hourly electricity meters. The process is expected to progress with a future notice date set for 9th July 2025, indicating the imminent tender release. Key responsibilities will include the installation, maintenance, and data collection from electricity meters within the SPS estate, providing an opportunity for flexible service provision as sites may be added or removed as required.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities for companies specialising in energy management services, particularly those with expertise in electricity metering operations. Firms that can provide high-quality maintenance, rapid response to faults, and seamless integration with current systems will find this contract appealing. Companies proficient in remote meter reading and experienced in working with public institutions will be well-suited to compete for this contract, which emphasises the importance of proactive maintenance and prompt response times. This initiative by the SPS presents an excellent opportunity for businesses to establish a lasting partnership with a national agency engaged in providing essential services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPS-02286 Meter Operator of Electricity Meters at all SPS Sites

Notice Description

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is looking for a supplier to become the meter operator of electricity meters for all SPS sites. The services shall include but not limited to; -Provision of Meter Operator Services, installation, maintenance and operation of both Half-Hourly and Non-Half-Hourly electricity meters across the Scottish Prison Service estate. The SPS requires the flexibility to add or delete sites from the contract when required. -Maintenance of metering equipment and the provision of meter operator services. The reading of electricity metering equipment and the provision of remote data collection services. -It is expected that the supplier will work in conjunction with the current Electricity Supplier to ensure the smooth and seamless transition from the existing arrangements into any new data collection system. The supplier shall provide remote meter readings as per the requirements above and will provide ongoing maintenance to all meters across the SPS estate as listed below. This will include: - Scheduled maintenance and any resulting repairs due to faults discovered as requested by establishments. - Reactive maintenance to unexpected faults, with an anticipated response time of no longer than 6 hours in respect of any request received by the supplier. - Provide replacement equipment or parts following breakdown, subject to authorisation by the Purchaser at all times.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS will commence this procurement in good faith with the intention of awarding a contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000802658
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533302
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50411300 - Repair and maintenance services of electricity meters

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Jul 2025Expired
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
Louise Baird
Contact Email
louise.baird@prisons.gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 13133303537

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=JUN533302
    SPS-02286 Meter Operator of Electricity Meters at all SPS Sites - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is looking for a supplier to become the meter operator of electricity meters for all SPS sites. The services shall include but not limited to; -Provision of Meter Operator Services, installation, maintenance and operation of both Half-Hourly and Non-Half-Hourly electricity meters across the Scottish Prison Service estate. The SPS requires the flexibility to add or delete sites from the contract when required. -Maintenance of metering equipment and the provision of meter operator services. The reading of electricity metering equipment and the provision of remote data collection services. -It is expected that the supplier will work in conjunction with the current Electricity Supplier to ensure the smooth and seamless transition from the existing arrangements into any new data collection system. The supplier shall provide remote meter readings as per the requirements above and will provide ongoing maintenance to all meters across the SPS estate as listed below. This will include: - Scheduled maintenance and any resulting repairs due to faults discovered as requested by establishments. - Reactive maintenance to unexpected faults, with an anticipated response time of no longer than 6 hours in respect of any request received by the supplier. - Provide replacement equipment or parts following breakdown, subject to authorisation by the Purchaser at all times.

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