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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service initiated a procurement process for the provision of non-metallic uniform belts and key lanyards for its 16 operational establishments. The procurement falls under the public order and safety industry category, relevant to the goods sector. The procurement method was open, facilitating competitive bids for this essential equipment. The process began with planning in early March 2026, progressing to a tender by late March, and moved to the award stage by July 2026. The contract, valued at £51,459, was awarded to Business Image Limited on 23 July 2026. This procurement is associated with the Edinburgh region under the CPV classification 18425000.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in manufacturing non-metallic materials or goods tailored for institutional or public safety use. Suppliers offering innovative solutions and competitive pricing will find this contract a platform for growth, potentially enhancing their reputation in public sector procurement. Engaging with such public contracts not only provides financial benefits but also the prospect of forming lasting relationships with government agencies such as the Scottish Prison Service, expanding business networks, and gaining credibility within the industry.

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Notice Title

SPS-02274 Non-Metallic Uniform Belts and Key Lanyards

Notice Description

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has an ongoing requirement for the Provision of Non-Metallic Uniform Belts and Key Lanyards. The SPS is looking for a supplier of these items for its 16 operational establishments.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS will 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.

Renewal: Possible 2 year extension.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000826630
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560963
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories


CPV Codes

18425000 - Belts

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,459 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
31 Mar 2026Expired
Award Date
23 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUSINESS IMAGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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