--- title: "SPS-02372 Conservation Strategy for Selected SPS Historic Estate Assets" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bf3a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06bf3a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bf3a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bf3a.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE" published: "2026-06-29" --- # SPS-02372 Conservation Strategy for Selected SPS Historic Estate Assets Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bf3a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06bf3a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06bf3a.json) ## Summary The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has announced a planned procurement process for the preparation of Conservation Strategies for selected historic estate assets. The initiative, titled "SPS-02372 Conservation Strategy for Selected SPS Historic Estate Assets", falls under the services category with a focus on preservation services of historical sites and buildings. The project is expected to cover multiple locations, specifically HMP Barlinnie in Glasgow, HMP Castle Huntly near Dundee, and HMP Perth in Perth, all situated in the UKM region. The procurement is currently at the planning stage, with further details anticipated to follow the publication of the Contract Notice on 3rd August 2026. The procurement process will adhere to the GPA Procurement Procedure. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in historical preservation, landscape architecture, architectural services, and environmental services. Companies with multidisciplinary capabilities in these areas can engage in creating comprehensive conservation strategies which include structural appraisals, condition surveys, and development of maintenance guidance. The involvement in such a project allows for business growth through the provision of practical, significance-led management tools for historical sites, which can enhance a firm's portfolio and experience in dealing with public sector contracts. This opportunity could be especially appealing to businesses looking to engage in high-impact conservation and architectural projects within the UK. ## Notice The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a suitably qualified multidisciplinary supplier to prepare three (3) Conservation Strategies for selected historic assets across its estate. The commission will cover the following sites: HMP Barlinnie (Glasgow), HMP Castle Huntly (near Dundee) and HMP Perth (Perth). The Conservation Strategies will act as practical, significance-led management tools to support maintenance, repair, operation, adaptation, and future decision-making for historic and listed buildings. The work will include (but is not limited to): 1) Review of baseline information and historic development 2) Building and fabric surveys 3) Structural appraisal input 4) Significance assessments 5) Condition surveys and defect registers 6) Preparation of marked-up drawings showing significance and risk 7) Development of prioritised action plans (short to long term) 8) Maintenance and operational guidance for estates teams 9) Advice on statutory consent and engagement with Historic Environment Scotland and planning authorities 10) Site-specific conservation policies The outputs will comprise three Conservation Strategies, one per site, supported by drawings, action plans, and guidance documents. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has commenced this procurement process with the intention of awarding a contract. The procurement will follow the GPA Procurement Procedure. Following publication of this Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) including the Single Procurement Document (SPD) will be published by SPS and will be made available to bidders. Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the ITT. Additional information: Further information will be provided o issue of Contract Notice. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060819-2026 | | Notice type | Planning Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 2 Aug 2026 | | 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 | Planned | | Lots status | Planned | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH12 9DJ | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 71221000 - Architectural services for buildings - 71420000 - Landscape architectural services - 90700000 - Environmental services - 92522000 - Preservation services of historical sites and buildings ## Release History - 29 Jun 2026 at 13:42 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060819-2026 ## Notice URLs - http://www.sps.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=835436 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00384 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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