SPS-10984 Replacement of Generator No 1 at HMP Barlinnie

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Tender

08 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is soliciting bids for the SPS-10984 project, which involves replacing Generator No 1 at HMP Barlinnie. This procurement falls under the ‘works’ industry category and is located in the UKM region, specifically Edinburgh. The procurement process is in the tender stage with an open procedure, allowing for widespread competition. Key dates for interested parties include a tender submission deadline on 10 July 2026 at 17:00, and the award process commencing immediately afterward. The existing generator will remain onsite, avoiding the need for its removal or off-site disposal.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for growth to suppliers specialising in generator installation and electrical infrastructure within the public order and safety sector. Companies experienced in handling complex electrical projects will find this contract aligns well with their expertise. Those capable of delivering enhancements in energy efficiency and capacity for institutions like prisons, along with a track record of successful project delivery, are well-suited to benefit from this opportunity. The open procedure ensures that qualified businesses can easily participate, facilitating a competitive yet fair bidding environment.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SPS-10984 Replacement of Generator No 1 at HMP Barlinnie

Notice Description

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) are looking for a supplier to replace an existing faulty standby generator with a new generator of increased capacity. The existing generator will remain on site and will not require removal or off-site disposal.

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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000830544
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557496
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

31120000 - Generators

45315300 - Electricity supply installations

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
21 May 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Nov 2026 - 4 Dec 2026 30 days
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 9HW
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

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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