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title: "SPS-02308 Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000809782"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE"
published: "2026-02-03"
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# SPS-02308 Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh

Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000809782

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## Summary

The Scottish Prison Service initiated a procurement process titled "SPS-02308 Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh," under the industry category of public order and safety. This contract involves year-round, 24/7 service provision to maintain safety and operational conditions at HMP Edinburgh by clearing snow and spreading ice-melt products in areas such as staff car parks and walkways. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, with the final awarding stage completed. The contract was signed on 27th November 2025. HMP Edinburgh's services are planned, executed, and awarded in Edinburgh, UKM75 region, with the contract's value being £5,358.80. Key planning and tender stages took place in 2025, with tender submissions closing on 10th October 2025.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in facility maintenance and emergency response services, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) experienced in operating under demanding conditions. The open procurement method facilitated by electronic submissions allows companies with robust operational capabilities and resources in managing winter conditions to effectively compete. The tender attracted a diverse pool of five bids, indicating competitive interest and the potential for businesses to expand their service contracts with public sector entities like the Scottish Prison Service. The awarded contract to OUTCO Limited, an SME, exemplifies openings for similar enterprises to engage in future public safety and maintenance projects.

## Notice

The purpose of this contract is to provide the Purchaser with the provision of Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh. The provision of the Services will be 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to ensure continuous safe operating conditions for staff and visitors at the Establishment and to keep all locations maintained clear from any snow or ice which may impact normal operations. Service provision shall include the supply and spread of ice-melt product and snow clearing. All areas are out with prison perimeter boundary walls (i.e. staff car parks, walkways, etc.).

### 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 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.

Renewal: A 12 month extension is available

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548701 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | 15 Sep 2025 |
| Award date | 27 Nov 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 | £5,358 |

## 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 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 | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OUTCO LIMTED |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90620000 - Snow-clearing services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548701
- 16 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539345
- 9 Sep 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538854

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP538854
  SPS-02307 Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh - The purpose of this contract is to provide the Purchaser with the provision of Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh. The provision of the Services will be 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to ensure continuous safe operating conditions for staff and visitors at the Establishment and to keep all locations maintained clear from any snow or ice which may impact normal operations. Service provision shall include the supply and spread of ice-melt product and snow clearing. All areas are out with prison perimeter boundary walls (i.e. staff car parks, walkways, etc.).
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP539345
  SPS-02308 Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh - The purpose of this contract is to provide the Purchaser with the provision of Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh. The provision of the Services will be 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to ensure continuous safe operating conditions for staff and visitors at the Establishment and to keep all locations maintained clear from any snow or ice which may impact normal operations. Service provision shall include the supply and spread of ice-melt product and snow clearing. All areas are out with prison perimeter boundary walls (i.e. staff car parks, walkways, etc.).
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB548701
  SPS-02308 Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh - The purpose of this contract is to provide the Purchaser with the provision of Reactive and Planned Winter Maintenance at HMP Edinburgh. The provision of the Services will be 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to ensure continuous safe operating conditions for staff and visitors at the Establishment and to keep all locations maintained clear from any snow or ice which may impact normal operations. Service provision shall include the supply and spread of ice-melt product and snow clearing. All areas are out with prison perimeter boundary walls (i.e. staff car parks, walkways, etc.).

## Notice URLs

- http://
- 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-r6ebe6-0000809782
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/

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