--- title: "SPS-02291 SPS Prisoner Listener Scheme" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE" published: "2026-08-04" --- # SPS-02291 SPS Prisoner Listener Scheme Buyer: SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988.json) ## Summary The Scottish Prison Service (SPS), headquartered in Edinburgh, is seeking a supplier to deliver services under the "SPS-02291 SPS Prisoner Listener Scheme." This tender falls under the services category related to public order and safety, specifically focusing on support for prisoners vulnerable to self-harm and mental health crises. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with an open procedure inviting electronic submissions. Key dates include the tender period closing on 31st August 2026, after which evaluations and award decisions will begin. The services are to be delivered within the geographical region of the UKM, signifying Scottish jurisdiction. This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses specialising in mental health support services, especially those experienced in high-security environments like correctional facilities. Companies with expertise in suicide prevention and crisis intervention will find this project aligns closely with their capabilities. As the contract may be renewed for an additional three years, it offers substantial potential for long-term business growth. Companies equipped to meet these requirements can advance their standing in public sector contracts, leveraging this project to showcase their capabilities to the broader public order and safety services market. ## Notice The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is looking for a supplier to provide services that contribute to the care of those who are vulnerable to self-harm, suicide or any mental health crises while serving a custodial sentence. ### Lot Information Lot 1 The SPS will commence this procurement process in good faith and with the intention of awarding a contract. Following publication of the Contract Notice, a Request for Quotation (RFQ) will be published by SPS and will be made available to bidders on Public Contract Scotland-Tender (PCS-T). Tender responses will then be evaluated by the SPS in accordance with the RFQ. Renewal: optional 3 year extension ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561581 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website 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 | 4 Aug 2026 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2026 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Active | | 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 - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 85140000 - Miscellaneous health services ## Release History - 4 Aug 2026 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561581 - 31 Jul 2026 at 00:00 - Planning - PCS Notice - Website Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561373 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561373 SPS-02291 SPS Prisoner Listener Scheme - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is looking for a supplier to provide services that contribute to the care of those who are vulnerable to self-harm, suicide or any mental health crises while serving a custodial sentence. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG561581 SPS-02291 SPS Prisoner Listener Scheme - The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is looking for a supplier to provide services that contribute to the care of those who are vulnerable to self-harm, suicide or any mental health crises while serving a custodial sentence. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343 - http://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk - http://www.sps.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000838988 - https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html?VISITORID=dffbc5b4-9054-4c87-bc46-54fc0d44f59d&_ncp=1737126451409.39118-1 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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