--- title: "SPS-02372 Conservation Strategy for Selected SPS Historic Estate Assets" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE" published: "2026-06-29" --- # SPS-02372 Conservation Strategy for Selected SPS Historic Estate Assets Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436.json) ## Summary The Scottish Prison Service (SPS), located in Edinburgh, has initiated a procurement process under the "planning" stage for the project titled "SPS-02372 Conservation Strategy for Selected SPS Historic Estate Assets". This service-oriented procurement is focused on the public order and safety industry category. The goal is to develop conservation strategies for historic prison sites at HMP Barlinnie in Glasgow, HMP Castle Huntly near Dundee, and HMP Perth. This project involves various tasks such as significance assessments, condition surveys, and the development of action plans, with the future Contract Notice anticipated on 3rd August 2026. This procurement follows the GPA Procurement Procedure to seek qualified multidisciplinary suppliers for the task. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in conservation, architecture, and heritage management. The requirement for a multidisciplinary supplier indicates potential partnerships or collaborations among firms with expertise in structural appraisals, historical assessments, and the creation of maintenance and operational guidance. Firms with previous experience in engaging with statutory consents and a familiarity with Historic Environment Scotland will be well-suited for this contract. By contributing to the maintenance and conservation of historic assets, businesses have the chance to establish or expand their presence in the public sector, particularly in projects involving historic and listed buildings. ## Notice The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a suitably qualified multidisciplinary supplier to prepare three (3) Conservation Strategies for selected historic assets across its estate. The commission will cover the following sites: HMP Barlinnie (Glasgow), HMP Castle Huntly (near Dundee) and HMP Perth (Perth). The Conservation Strategies will act as practical, significance-led management tools to support maintenance, repair, operation, adaptation, and future decision-making for historic and listed buildings. The work will include (but is not limited to): 1) Review of baseline information and historic development 2) Building and fabric surveys 3) Structural appraisal input 4) Significance assessments 5) Condition surveys and defect registers 6) Preparation of marked-up drawings showing significance and risk 7) Development of prioritised action plans (short to long term) 8) Maintenance and operational guidance for estates teams 9) Advice on statutory consent and engagement with Historic Environment Scotland and planning authorities 10) Site-specific conservation policies The outputs will comprise three Conservation Strategies, one per site, supported by drawings, action plans, and guidance documents. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) has commenced this procurement process with the intention of awarding a contract. The procurement will follow the GPA Procurement Procedure. Following publication of this Contract Notice, an Invitation to Tender (ITT) 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.. Further information will be provided o issue of Contract Notice. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558988 | | 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 | 29 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 3 Aug 2026 | | 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 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 | TLM Scotland | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services ### Codes - 71221000 - Architectural services for buildings - 71420000 - Landscape architectural services - 90700000 - Environmental services - 92522000 - Preservation services of historical sites and buildings ## Release History - 29 Jun 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558988 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN558988 SPS-02372 Conservation Strategy for Selected SPS Historic Estate Assets - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a suitably qualified multidisciplinary supplier to prepare three (3) Conservation Strategies for selected historic assets across its estate. The commission will cover the following sites: HMP Barlinnie (Glasgow), HMP Castle Huntly (near Dundee) and HMP Perth (Perth). The Conservation Strategies will act as practical, significance-led management tools to support maintenance, repair, operation, adaptation, and future decision-making for historic and listed buildings. The work will include (but is not limited to): 1) Review of baseline information and historic development 2) Building and fabric surveys 3) Structural appraisal input 4) Significance assessments 5) Condition surveys and defect registers 6) Preparation of marked-up drawings showing significance and risk 7) Development of prioritised action plans (short to long term) 8) Maintenance and operational guidance for estates teams 9) Advice on statutory consent and engagement with Historic Environment Scotland and planning authorities 10) Site-specific conservation policies The outputs will comprise three Conservation Strategies, one per site, supported by drawings, action plans, and guidance documents. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=835436 - http://www.sps.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000835436 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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