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SPS-10873 Kitchen Refurbishment at HMP Greenock

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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06 Feb 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the refurbishment of kitchen facilities at HMP Greenock is being carried out by the Scottish Prison Service, headquartered in Edinburgh. This project, titled "SPS-10873 Kitchen Refurbishment at HMP Greenock," falls under the industry category of public order and safety. The open procurement procedure focuses on works and requires the temporary installation of a portable kitchen facility prior to refurbishing the existing kitchen, including local demolitions and fit-out of new commercial grade equipment. The tender is currently active, with a submission deadline set for 3rd April 2026, aligning with the award period starting the same day. Interested parties can submit their bids electronically via the provided platform, with detailed submission guidelines available online.

The kitchen refurbishment tender presents significant opportunities for construction and facilities management firms, particularly those specialising in commercial kitchen installations and refurbishments. Given the extensive nature of the refurbishments, companies that demonstrate robust economic and financial standings, as evaluated through various financial ratios and insurance coverages, will be well-placed to compete. Medium to large enterprises with experience in delivering comprehensive refurbishment projects within restricted environments are ideal candidates for this tender. The project duration is set for 180 days, offering a substantial engagement period for potential contractors, thereby facilitating business growth and visibility within the public sector contracts sphere.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPS-10873 Kitchen Refurbishment at HMP Greenock

Notice Description

The project consists the complete refurbishment of the existing kitchen facilities at HMP Greenock. The extent of works requires the complete closure of the existing facility supported by a new temporary portable kitchen facility to be installed prior to main construction works commencing. the new kitchen facility includes localised demolitions, renewal of internal surfaces, M&E services and fit-out of a new commercial grade kitchen.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS shall commence 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) will be published by SPS and will be made available to bidders on Public Contract Scotland - Tender (PCS-T). Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the ITT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000809053
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549031
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45421151 - Installation of fitted kitchens

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
3 Apr 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
1 Oct 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Jenny 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
TLM8 West Central 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=SEP538346
    SPS-10873 Kitchen Refurbishment at HMP Greenock - The project consists the complete refurbishment of the existing kitchen facilities at HMP Greenock. The extent of works requires the complete closure of the existing facility supported by a new temporary portable kitchen facility to be installed prior to main construction works commencing. the new kitchen facility includes localised demolitions, renewal of internal surfaces, M&E services and fit-out of a new commercial grade kitchen.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549031
    SPS-10873 Kitchen Refurbishment at HMP Greenock - The project consists the complete refurbishment of the existing kitchen facilities at HMP Greenock. The extent of works requires the complete closure of the existing facility supported by a new temporary portable kitchen facility to be installed prior to main construction works commencing. the new kitchen facility includes localised demolitions, renewal of internal surfaces, M&E services and fit-out of a new commercial grade kitchen.

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