Planning

SPS-02271 Secure On-Site Shredding

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Planning

18 Feb 2026 at 00:00

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

The Scottish Prison Service is planning a tender for secure on-site shredding services, specifically tailored to the public order and safety sector within the UKM region. The procurement process, currently in the planning stage, involves a three-year contract anticipated to start in May 2026. This service requires the secure bulk shredding and recycling of confidential documents across various establishments. Businesses interested in this opportunity should look for the Contract Notice and subsequent Request for Quotation (RFQ) with an expected future notice date of 9 March 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for companies specialising in secure waste management and document shredding services. The contract requires on-site shredding and recycling capabilities, appealing to businesses with expertise in managing sensitive information disposal securely. Organisations equipped with advanced shredding technology and compliance with GPA standards would be particularly competitive. Engaging in this contract could help businesses expand their footprint in the public sector and build a relationship with a national agency, the Scottish Prison Service.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPS-02271 Secure On-Site Shredding

Notice Description

Establishments currently retain a large volume of confidential papers. As a result, SPS has a requirement for these documents to be securely bulk shredded. This is to be carried out on-site and the confidential waste is to be securely recycled. The new contract shall commence in May 2026 for an initial period of 3 years.

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, a Request for Quotation (RFQ). 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 RFQ.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000824039
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549838
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98340000 - Accommodation and office services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
9 Mar 20262 weeks to go
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
Tegan Gregory
Contact Email
tegan.gregory@prisons.gov.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1313303790

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=FEB549838
    SPS-02271 Secure On-Site Shredding - Establishments currently retain a large volume of confidential papers. As a result, SPS has a requirement for these documents to be securely bulk shredded. This is to be carried out on-site and the confidential waste is to be securely recycled. The new contract shall commence in May 2026 for an initial period of 3 years.

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