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14 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service has initiated a tender process for the "SPS-11011 – Replacement of Existing Lift Doors at HMP Shotts" project. The procurement falls under the public order and safety industry category, with a primary focus on works related to the replacement of automatic lift landing doors and lift car doors, located in the UKM and UKM84 regions. The open procedure procurement method is being utilised, with electronic submissions required by 14th August 2026. The procurement stage is currently active in the tender phase, following the publication of the contract notice, with the subsequent request for quotation to be evaluated thereafter. Key dates include the contract period starting on 26th October 2026 and ending on 20th November 2026.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in lift installation and maintenance. Companies that can design, supply, and install complex door systems will find this procurement especially relevant. The requirement for new door operators and associated parts suggests a demand for innovative solutions and high-quality materials. Participation in this project may offer potential business growth through engagement with a national or federal agency, showcasing capabilities that can lead to further opportunities within public sector projects. Business growth can be further enhanced by successfully meeting the tender requirements, positioning firms as key players in future public infrastructure projects.

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Notice Title

SPS-11011 - Replacement of Existing Lift Doors at HMP Shotts

Notice Description

The SPS requires a Contractor to provide the design, supply and installation of replacement automatic lift landing doors at HMP Shotts across all four levels together with the replacement of the lift car doors with all associated parts within both Allanton and Lamont Hall. Additionally new door operators shall be fitted in both Halls.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS shall commence this procurement process in good faith and with the intention of awarding a contract. Following publication of the Contract Notice, an Request for Quotation(RFQ) 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 RFQ.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000837387
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560135
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

45313100 - Lift installation work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Oct 2026 - 20 Nov 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
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Contact Phone
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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, TLM84 North Lanarkshire

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=JUL560135
    SPS-11011 - Replacement of Existing Lift Doors at HMP Shotts - The SPS requires a Contractor to provide the design, supply and installation of replacement automatic lift landing doors at HMP Shotts across all four levels together with the replacement of the lift car doors with all associated parts within both Allanton and Lamont Hall. Additionally new door operators shall be fitted in both Halls.

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