---
title: "The supply of Cash Handling & Collections from ScotRail locations"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000794920"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED ."
published: "2025-04-03"
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# The supply of Cash Handling & Collections from ScotRail locations

Buyer: SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED .  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000794920

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## Summary

ScotRail Trains Limited has completed a procurement process to contract Security Plus + Limited for the supply of cash handling, collections, and in-transit services from stations. This contract covers various locations throughout Scotland and falls under the industry category of railway services. The procurement stage was award, and the contract was signed on 28 March 2025. The initial contract term is three years, with options to extend for up to four additional years. The procurement method utilised is limited, through an ESPO Framework Agreement, ensuring value for money by selecting the most cost-effective supplier via desktop analysis of framework rates. The total contract value is £1,156,365 GBP.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses that specialise in cash handling and logistics. Security Plus + Limited, being a large-scale supplier, was awarded the contract due to its competitive pricing and comprehensive geographic coverage. Businesses with expertise in secure cash transport and collection services can find growth opportunities in similar tenders by offering competitive prices and efficient service delivery. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can strategically position themselves by forming alliances with large suppliers or by leveraging their niche capabilities to participate in framework agreements like ESPO's. The procurement methodology and rationalisation demonstrate an effective route for compliance and market entrance through well-established frameworks.

## Notice

Cash Handling, Collections & In Transit Services from Stations.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Cash Handling, Collections & In Transit Services from Stations.. 3 years initial contract, with options for up to four further years.

### Procurement Information

ScotRail Trains Limited agreed to utilise an ESPO Framework (FW) Agreement via Call-off order (based on Price analysis and geographical coverage) to Security Plus Limited. Under the ESPO FW two Service Providers supply to Scotland. Via desktop analysis of FW rates and prices Security Plus Limited were the lower cost option of the two. ESPO FW rates with Security Plus Limited are lower than Scotrail existing arrangements. This demonstrates VFM via a compliant route to market. The relevant ESPO FW detail is as follows: Lot 1 of ESPO Framework 324F_24 "Cash/Valuables Collection & Cash/Valuables in Transit (CViT) Services"

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527437 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract 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 | 3 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,156,365 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SCOTRAIL TRAINS LIMITED . |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G2 6HQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SECURITY PLUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527437

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR527437
  The supply of Cash Handling & Collections from ScotRail locations - Cash Handling, Collections & In Transit Services from Stations.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794920
- https://www.scotrail.co.uk/

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