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14 Jul 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Prison Service is seeking a contractor for the "SPS-11024 Automatic Fire & Smoke Detector Replacement at HMP Low Moss" project. This procurement process, categorised under public order and safety, is currently in the tender stage. It involves the design, supply, and installation of new Automatic Fire and Smoke Detectors, along with an upgrade of existing fire alarm panels at HMP Low Moss. The procurement process is conducted via an open procedure, with electronic submissions allowed until the deadline of August 13, 2026. The contract is slated to commence immediately thereafter on the same date, with an estimated duration of 180 days. The procurement activity is located in Edinburgh, under the buying authority of the Scottish Prison Service, a national agency responsible for overseeing prison services across Scotland.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in fire safety systems and installations, particularly those with experience in upgrading and maintaining large-scale fire detection and alarm systems. Companies with robust capabilities in delivering complex projects within stringent timelines would find this contract an excellent prospect. Given the nature of the work, contractors with a background in public sector projects, particularly in secure environments like prisons, would be particularly well-suited to compete. The project promises not only a significant contract value but also the potential for future opportunities with the Scottish Prison Service and similar institutions if executed successfully.

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Notice Title

SPS-11024 Automatic Fire & Smoke Detector Replacement at HMP Low Moss

Notice Description

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a Contractor to provide for the design, supply and installation of a replacement Automatic Fire and Smoke Detectors (AFSD) at HMP Low Moss, with new self-test type and upgrade/replacement of the existing fire alarm panels (FAP), including repeater panels, in all buildings, to facilitate the installation of self-test detectors.

Lot Information

Lot 1

SPS has commenced this procurement process with the intention of awarding a contract. Following this Prior Information Notice (PIN) a Contract Notice and Invitation to Tender (ITT) has been published by SPS 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-r6ebe6-0000837393
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL560118
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

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

31625100 - Fire-detection systems

44480000 - Miscellaneous fire-protection equipment

45312100 - Fire-alarm system installation work

45343000 - Fire-prevention installation works

45343200 - Firefighting equipment installation work

50413200 - Repair and maintenance services of firefighting equipment

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
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
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, TLM81 East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, and Helensburgh and Lomond

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=JUL560118
    SPS-11024 Automatic Fire & Smoke Detector Replacement at HMP Low Moss - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a Contractor to provide for the design, supply and installation of a replacement Automatic Fire and Smoke Detectors (AFSD) at HMP Low Moss, with new self-test type and upgrade/replacement of the existing fire alarm panels (FAP), including repeater panels, in all buildings, to facilitate the installation of self-test detectors.

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