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09 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has initiated a public procurement process titled "SPS-11023 Replacement of Existing CT, VT and Cold Water Booster Pumps at HMP Shotts", falling under the industry category of Public Order and Safety. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage and follows an open procedure. The requirement is for a contractor to design, supply, and install new heating circulating pumps and cold water booster sets at HMP Shotts, located in the UKM region. Key dates include the submission deadline set for 13th August 2026, 12:00 PM, with the award period commencing immediately afterwards on the same day. The procurement process is handled electronically, and submissions must be made through the designated online platform.

This tender presents growth opportunities notably for businesses in the construction and engineering sectors with expertise in installing and maintaining pump systems. Companies with a proven track record in similar projects, particularly those familiar with the demands of correctional facilities, are well-suited to compete. The open procedure invites a broad range of bidders, making it an accessible opportunity for both established firms and newer entrants in the industry aiming to expand their portfolio. Interested businesses should ensure they meet the financial and liability insurance requirements, which include a minimum of £1 million in public liability, £1 million in professional indemnity, and £5 million in employer's liability.

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Notice Title

SPS-11023 Replacement of Existing CT, VT and Cold Water Booster Pumps at HMP Shotts

Notice Description

The SPS require a contractor to design, supply and install new duty and standby heating circulating pumps and cold water booster sets at HMP Shotts.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS has commenced 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) including the Single Procurement Document (SPD) will be published by SPS and will be made available to bidders. Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the ITT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837018
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559853
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45232141 - Heating works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
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

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