--- title: "Electronic Monitoring" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT" published: "2026-05-14" --- # Electronic Monitoring Buyer: SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653.json) ## Summary The Scottish Government has initiated an open procurement process for a managed service contract titled "Electronic Monitoring," aimed at providing services such as installation, maintenance, and monitoring of electronic equipment for offenders within the criminal and Youth Justice Systems throughout Scotland. The main procurement category is services, and the contract is valued at GBP 75 million. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions to be made electronically by 12:00 on 1st July 2026. The service contract is planned to commence on 15th September 2026 and is expected to run until 31st March 2032, with possible extensions. This opportunity is located primarily in the UKM region, and interested parties must satisfy specific economic, technical, and selection criteria including holding various forms of liability and cyber insurance. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those experienced in supply chain management, technological installations, and maintenance aspects of electronic monitoring systems. Companies with expertise in delivering end-to-end electronic monitoring services, including the utilisation of RF, GPS, or substance monitoring technologies, will find this contract particularly relevant. Additionally, businesses capable of supporting community benefits as part of their corporate social responsibility efforts could leverage this tender to enhance their market position, contribute to societal wellbeing, and establish strategic partnerships with Scottish justice stakeholders. This open procedure not only secures a potentially lucrative contract but also fosters engagement with a range of public sector bodies, offering a platform for sustainable business growth through inclusive economic initiatives. ## Notice The Scottish Ministers are seeking to establish a managed service contract for Electronic Monitoring of those who have offended in the justice system to support the criminal and Youth Justice Systems in Scotland. The service provider will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and removal of all necessary equipment and for the monitoring of those in the justice system placed on any form of electronic monitoring. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Ministers are seeking to establish a managed service contract for the provision of Electronic Monitoring (EM) services in Scotland to support the criminal justice and youth justice systems. Electronic Monitoring (also known as "tagging") enables justice authorities to monitor compliance with court orders and licence conditions by confirming whether an individual remains at a specified location during designated periods and/or avoids restricted locations. Individuals subject to EM are fitted with a tamper-resistant electronic device (typically worn on the ankle or, where appropriate, the wrist), which transmits data indicating compliance, including any unauthorised absences, presence in restricted areas, or attempts to interfere with the device. The appointed service provider will be responsible for the delivery of an end-to-end EM service, including the installation, maintenance, monitoring, and removal of all necessary equipment. The service may utilise a combination of technologies, including radio frequency (RF), global positioning system (GPS), and alcohol and/or substance monitoring technologies. The service provider will be required to deliver all material aspects of the EM service across Scotland. This includes, but is not limited to: -Provision (through manufacture or procurement) of monitoring technology, including both hardware and software; -Installation, deinstallation, and maintenance of monitoring equipment; -24/7 monitoring of individuals subject to EM orders, supported by appropriate monitoring infrastructure and operational support functions; - Recruitment, vetting, and training of suitably qualified personnel; - Engagement with criminal justice stakeholders, including the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS), Police Scotland, Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS), Scottish Prison Service (SPS), Justice Social Work (JSW), and others; - Accurate record keeping, data analysis, and reporting to the Purchaser.. The award criteria include an initial question assessing compliance with the technical requirements of the specification. This will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Schedule 1 will be provided in a redacted form due to the sensitive nature of certain information it contains. An unredacted version of the Specification may be made available to Tenderers upon request via PCS-T messaging facility. Renewal: The Purchaser may, by giving notice to the Service Provider, extend the period of the Contract to a date falling no later than 31 March 2034. Subject to that constraint, the Purchaser may extend the period of the Contract on more than one occasion. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555886 | | Notice type | OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | 13 Feb 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Sep 2026 - 31 Mar 2032 | | Recurrence | An estimated 18 months prior to the expiry of the proposed arrangement. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000,000 | | Lots value | £75,000,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT | | Locality | GLASGOW | | Post town | Glasgow | | Postcode | G2 8LU | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services ### Codes - 75231200 - Services related to the detention or rehabilitation of criminals ## Release History - 14 May 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555886 - 1 Dec 2025 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544642 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC544642&idx=1 1st December 2025 - RFI Questionnaire - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC544642 Electronic Monitoring - The Scottish Ministers are seeking to establish a managed service contract for Electronic Monitoring of those who have offended in the justice system to support the criminal and Youth Justice Systems in Scotland. The service provider will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and removal of all necessary equipment and for the monitoring of those in the justice system placed on any form of electronic monitoring. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555886 Electronic Monitoring - The Scottish Ministers are seeking to establish a managed service contract for Electronic Monitoring of those who have offended in the justice system to support the criminal and Youth Justice Systems in Scotland. The service provider will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and removal of all necessary equipment and for the monitoring of those in the justice system placed on any form of electronic monitoring. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=831808 - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2363 - http://www.scotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000816653 - https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/ - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ - https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/courts-and-tribunals/courts-tribunals-and-office-locations/find-us/edinburgh-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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