Tender

SPS-02293 The Provision of Body Worn Video Cameras (BWVC)

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

28 Aug 2025 at 00:00

Planning

23 Jul 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is undertaking a procurement process titled "SPS-02293 The Provision of Body Worn Video Cameras (BWVC)" within the industry category of Public Order and Safety. The process aims to supply a hosted and fully managed Body Worn Video Camera system across all public sector prison establishments in Scotland, covering 16 locations. Managed from their headquarters in Edinburgh, the SPS has initiated this open procedure tender process with key dates, including a tender submission deadline on 9th October 2025 at 14:00, followed by the tender award expected to commence at 15:00 on the same day.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses in the technology and security sectors, specifically those providing surveillance and video recording solutions, to expand their footprint in the public sector. Candidates with capabilities in system management, equipment supply, and ongoing service delivery are well-suited to compete. Complying with UK product safety regulations and holding relevant accreditations, such as ISO certifications for Quality Management and Information Security, will be advantageous. Engaging in this procurement can lead to substantial business growth through potential long-term contracts and future options to extend the service for up to 60 additional months.

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Notice Title

SPS-02293 The Provision of Body Worn Video Cameras (BWVC)

Notice Description

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a supplier to provide a hosted and fully managed Body Worn Video Camera (BWVC) system to all public sector prison establishments in Scotland. This includes the provision of the Goods and associated equipment, the supported rollout (16 prison establishments), ongoing service delivery, system management and maintenance.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has commenced this procurement process with the intention of awarding a contract. The procurement will follow the Open Procedure. Following publication of this Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) including the Single Procurement Document (SPD) 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.. Further information can be obtained from PCS-T.

Renewal: Options to Extend for up to a further 60 Months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000804385
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537981
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F2 - Contract 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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

35121000 - Security equipment

35125000 - Surveillance system

35125300 - Security cameras

38651000 - Cameras

38651200 - Camera bodies

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Aug 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
15 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Frances McGuire
Contact Email
frances.mcguire@sps.pnn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313303773

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=JUL535252
    SPS-02293 The Provision of Body Worn Video Cameras (BWVC) - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a supplier to provide a hosted and fully managed Body Worn Video Camera (BWVC) system to all public sector prison establishments in Scotland. This includes the provision of the Goods and associated equipment, the supported rollout (16 prison establishments), ongoing service delivery, system management and maintenance.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG537981
    SPS-02293 The Provision of Body Worn Video Cameras (BWVC) - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a supplier to provide a hosted and fully managed Body Worn Video Camera (BWVC) system to all public sector prison establishments in Scotland. This includes the provision of the Goods and associated equipment, the supported rollout (16 prison establishments), ongoing service delivery, system management and maintenance.

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