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SPS-02342 Courier Services for the SPS

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

01 Jul 2026 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Planning

26 Jun 2026 at 00:00

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

The Scottish Prison Service, located in Edinburgh, is actively seeking a supplier for courier services across its organisation, as outlined in procurement ID ocds-r6ebe6-0000835823. This tender falls under the industry category of public order and safety and involves providing both Same Day and Next Day courier services across the UKM region. The procurement process is at the tender stage, and it follows an open procedure inviting electronic submissions. Key dates include a submission deadline on 3rd August 2026, with the same date marking the start of the award period. The expected contract duration is 1,080 days, with an extension option of up to 24 months, offering significant continuity and possible long-term engagement for the selected supplier.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in courier and delivery services, particularly those experienced in handling public sector contracts. Companies with robust logistics capabilities, competitive pricing, and a strong track record in service reliability will find this tender well-suited to their strengths. The open procurement method underscores the Scottish Prison Service's commitment to attracting a diverse range of bidders, providing an inclusive platform for businesses looking to expand their reach and establish a relationship with a prominent national agency. Engaging in this process can lead to significant business growth, offering both initial and extended opportunities as part of the public order and safety supply chain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SPS-02342 Courier Services for the SPS

Notice Description

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has a requirement for a Supplier for Courier Services across the organisation. Courier Services in SPS as a commodity, it is split into two distinctive but similar areas - Same Day services and Next Day services.

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: Extension option of up to 24 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000835823
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559191
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

CPV Codes

64120000 - Courier services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
3 Aug 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
3 Jul 2026Today
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
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts. 

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