---
title: "Provision of Courier Services"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000664306"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000664306.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE"
published: "2021-08-17"
---

# Provision of Courier Services

Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000664306

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## Summary

The Scottish Prison Service is initiating a procurement process for the title "Provision of Courier Services" to fulfil its requirement for courier services across its estate, which includes predominantly next day services and some same day needs. The planning stage has commenced, with the communication of a future notice set for 29th October 2021. This procurement falls under the services industry category, and the delivery will take place across the SPS estate in various locations throughout the UK. Interested suppliers can find more information and register their interest at the provided link.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the logistics and courier service sectors. Companies that specialise in timely deliveries, particularly those equipped to handle both same day and next day services, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging with the Scottish Prison Service could not only enhance service capabilities but also contribute to growth by securing a substantial contract within the public sector.

## Notice

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has a requirement for a Supplier for the Provision of Courier Services across its estate. The Contract shall cover predominantly next day courier services but there will also be the requirement for same day courier services in some instances.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The SPS has commenced this procurement process in good faith and with the intention of awarding a contract. Following publication of the Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424703 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information 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 | 17 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Oct 2021 |
| 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 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64100000 - Post and courier services
- 64120000 - Courier services
- 64121000 - Multi-modal courier services

## Release History

- 17 Aug 2021 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424703

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424703
  Provision of Courier Services - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has a requirement for a Supplier for the Provision of Courier Services across its estate. The Contract shall cover predominantly next day courier services but there will also be the requirement for same day courier services in some instances.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.sps.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000664306
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=664306

## Provenance

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