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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service is in the planning stages of a public procurement process titled "SPS-10961 HMP Greenock Roofing (Phase 2)". This project falls under the industry category of public order and safety, focusing on construction works. The buying organisation, located in Edinburgh, UK, is seeking a contractor to carry out the refurbishment of a roof at HMP Greenock, specifically the removal and replacement of the existing roofing system with a new insulated bitumen membrane system. This phase of the project is expected to commence from February 2027 and conclude by late Spring 2027. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with the release of contract notice details expected on 30th October 2026.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for construction businesses specialising in roofing and building refurbishment. Businesses with expertise in installing bitumen membrane roofing systems would be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this project could enhance a contractor's portfolio, especially those seeking to strengthen their presence in public sector contracts. Being part of this procurement process not only offers the prospect of securing a notable project but may also pave the way for future collaborations with the Scottish Prison Service and similar government agencies. Interested parties are encouraged to prepare for the upcoming invitation to tender, anticipated after the publication of the contract notice.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

SPS-10961 HMP Greenock Roofing (Phase 2)

Notice Description

SPS are looking to appoint a Contractor for the phase 2 roof refurbishment at HMP Greenock, this will entail removal of an existing felt roofing system to the front of house - estates and visits roof areas, and replace with a new tapered insulated bitumen membrane roof system. SPS expect this work to begin in February 2027 through to late Spring 2027.

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 via PCS-T 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-r6ebe6-0000837096
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL559873
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jul 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Oct 20264 months 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

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
TLM83 Inverclyde, East Renfrewshire, and Renfrewshire

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=JUL559873
    SPS-10961 HMP Greenock Roofing (Phase 2) - SPS are looking to appoint a Contractor for the phase 2 roof refurbishment at HMP Greenock, this will entail removal of an existing felt roofing system to the front of house - estates and visits roof areas, and replace with a new tapered insulated bitumen membrane roof system. SPS expect this work to begin in February 2027 through to late Spring 2027.

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