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title: "01866 Provision of a Kiosk Solution Proof of Concept at HMP Shotts"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03189e"
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buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE"
published: "2022-03-14"
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# 01866 Provision of a Kiosk Solution Proof of Concept at HMP Shotts

Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03189e

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## Summary

The Scottish Prison Service has completed a tender for the "Provision of a Kiosk Solution Proof of Concept" at HMP Shotts, which falls under the category of computer-related services. This initiative aims to ensure the ongoing provision and maintenance of this essential Kiosk service, crucial for both users and staff at the facility. The procurement process followed a limited method, allowing for a direct award without prior publication. The contract, valued at £160,000 and signed on 17 February 2022, allows Unilink Software Limited to provide services for a period of one year, with an option for a further year, while the national contract procurement process is in progress. The delivery location is specifically at HMP Shotts in the UK.

This tender presents significant business opportunities in the technology and services sectors, particularly for companies specialising in computer-related services and maintenance solutions. Given the operational dependence on the Kiosk service during the ongoing procurement activity, firms with expertise in kiosk systems, computer platforms, and related professional services would be well-positioned to engage in similar future contracts. Suppliers delivering digital solutions and enhancements within correctional facilities or public sector environments can leverage this tender as a case study to showcase capabilities and attract new partnerships.

## Notice

The SPS is currently piloting a KIOSK Service at HMP Shotts as a result of a Proof of Concept. SPS requires the on-going provision of this service and associated maintenance.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

SPS intends to make a direct award to Unilink Software Limited for the on-going service and maintenance of the KIOSK system at HMP Shotts for a period of 1 year (plus up to an additional 1 year extension option) while the national self-service system procurement activity is undertaken.

### Procurement Information

Continuity of service is required at HMP Shotts due to their reliance on the Kiosk service while the national Kiosk contract tender process is being undertaken. This is primarily due to the operational risk associated with removing the Kiosk service and as a result of both users and SPS staff being heavily reliant on the Kiosk service (including the time saving it has achieved by moving away from manual, paper based processes).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006899-2022 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £160,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UNILINK SOFTWARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 30211300 - Computer platforms
- 30231100 - Computer terminals
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 72590000 - Computer-related professional services

## Release History

- 14 Mar 2022 at 16:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006899-2022
- 18 Feb 2022 at 10:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004610-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/sheriff-court/find-a-court
- http://www.sps.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000683722
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:140223-2021:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00384

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