Tender

SPS-11002 Supply and Installation of Data Centre at SPS Central Stores

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Tender

26 Mar 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service has initiated a tender process for the supply and installation of a new data centre at its Central Stores in Fauldhouse, West Lothian. This procurement falls under the works category associated with public order and safety, and is conducted via an open procedure method, inviting electronic submissions from interested parties. The current tender stage commenced on 26 March 2026, and submissions are due by 1 May 2026 at 14:00 GMT, with the award phase set to begin immediately thereafter. The procurement activity will be supported by a digital services hub, including the installation of server cabinets, cooling plant, and access arrangements to facilitate data operations in line with the closure of the Scottish Government's Saughton house facility. The contracting authority, Scottish Prison Service, headquartered in Edinburgh, acts as the buyer, providing assurance of professionalism through mandatory insurances such as public and pollution liability alongside employer and professional indemnity coverage.

This tender offers substantial growth opportunities for companies specialising in data centre construction and infrastructure installation, particularly those with expertise in mechanical and electrical services within the digital services sector. With a focus on future-proofing, firms experienced in establishing secure and technologically advanced data environments are ideally positioned to benefit from this project. The requirement to integrate new ventilation and cooling solutions alongside the assembly of server cabinets opens avenues for businesses that can provide comprehensive project execution from construction to digital installations. This contract appeals to a range of contractors, from those engaged in civil works to IT infrastructure specialists, presenting a significant opportunity to leverage skills in the evolving landscape of public safety technology. More information can be accessed via the Scottish Prison Service website, and prospective suppliers are encouraged to engage promptly given the upcoming bid opening date.

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Notice Title

SPS-11002 Supply and Installation of Data Centre at SPS Central Stores

Notice Description

SPS requires a contractor to supply and install a new data centre at its Central Stores site in Fauldhouse, West Lothian

Lot Information

Lot 1

This contract is for the provision of a new data centre within the existing SPS Fauldhouse Stores. It incorporates a self contained unit with all necessary supporting infrastructure within one of the existing storage work shed, which will become a digital services hub. New cooling plant will be installed within the adjacent external courtyard with appropriate new access arrangements also part of the scope. The area itself will contain five new server cabinets with future proofing area for an additional sixth. The requirement is driven by the pending closure of Scottish Government Saughton house facility where we have current facility to support this service.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000813599
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR552561
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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

45 - Construction work

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


CPV Codes

32260000 - Data-transmission equipment

32580000 - Data equipment

32581000 - Data-communications equipment

45310000 - Electrical installation work

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
1 May 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
10 Nov 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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

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