---
title: "01871 IT Hardware Support & Maintenance"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000640514"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE"
published: "2021-01-14"
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# 01871 IT Hardware Support & Maintenance

Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000640514

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## Summary

The Scottish Prison Service has awarded a contract titled "01871 IT Hardware Support & Maintenance" as part of their framework for Network Services 2. This procurement falls under the services category with a focus on public order and safety in the UK. The contract was signed on 6 January 2021 and is currently valued at £305,695.32. The procurement method used was an open procedure, with the initial purchase intended for maintenance services on goods related to the SPS's IT Network Upgrades. The procurement process has now reached the contract award stage, following a successful tendering process.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT services and infrastructure maintenance sector, particularly for those experienced with local area networks and digital strategies. Companies that provide flexible IT solutions and maintenance services would be ideally suited to engage, especially to support the evolving technology needs of public organisations like the Scottish Prison Service. The award highlights the importance of adaptability in IT contracts, making it essential for suppliers to be proactive in addressing new technological demands within the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

The SPS currently has an existing Local Area Network Supply and Support Contract. However as a result of SPS's Digital Strategy including new technology the requirements have increased beyond the parameters of the existing contract. As a result, the SPS requires a a more flexible approach in relation to its IT infrastructure. The initial purchase shall be for maintenance services for Goods purchased under the IT Network Upgrades (01850) Contract. However, it is expected that the value will increase as the implementation of the Digital Strategy continues.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

ITQ issued to the 39 suppliers on the Crown Commerical Services Framework Network Services 2 RM3808, Lot 2 - Local Connectivity Services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404164 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £305,695 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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 | VIRGIN MEDIA BUSINESS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404164

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN404164
  01871 IT Hardware Support & Maintenance - The SPS currently has an existing Local Area Network Supply and Support Contract. However as a result of SPS's Digital Strategy including new technology the requirements have increased beyond the parameters of the existing contract. As a result, the SPS requires a a more flexible approach in relation to its IT infrastructure. The initial purchase shall be for maintenance services for Goods purchased under the IT Network Upgrades (01850) Contract. However, it is expected that the value will increase as the implementation of the Digital Strategy continues.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.sps.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000640514

## Provenance

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