---
title: "01879 Provision of Explosives and Narcotics Trace Detectors"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0287e2"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE"
published: "2021-01-05"
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# 01879 Provision of Explosives and Narcotics Trace Detectors

Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0287e2

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## Summary

The Scottish Prison Service is seeking suppliers for the provision of desktop explosives and narcotics trace detectors, with consumables, under the tender titled "01879 Provision of Explosives and Narcotics Trace Detectors." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as security equipment (CPV code 35121000). The tender is currently in the planning stage, with an important recent amendment addressing compliance with standards for detecting explosives. The relevant contact point for inquiries is located in Edinburgh, UK, and interested parties can find more details about the buying organisation through the Scottish Prison Service's official website.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in security equipment and technology, particularly those experienced in supplying detection devices and consumables. Companies that meet the standards and can demonstrate technical and professional capability are encouraged to compete. This procurement could benefit innovative firms aiming to expand their market presence within the public sector, especially in supplying critical security solutions to governmental organisations.

## Notice

The SPS requires the supply of desktop explosives and narcotics trace detectors with consumables.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000156-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH12 9HW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Drum Brae/Gyle |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35121000 - Security equipment

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2021 at 16:56 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000156-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sps.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00384

## Provenance

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