Section one: Contracting authority
one.1) Name and addresses
Scottish Prison Service
One Lochside, 1 Lochside Avenue
Edinburgh
EH12 9DJ
Contact
Jenny Cleworth
Jennifer.Cleworth@prisons.gov.scot
Telephone
+44 1313303778
Country
United Kingdom
NUTS code
UKM75 - Edinburgh, City of
Internet address(es)
Main address
Buyer's address
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00384
one.3) Communication
Additional information can be obtained from the above-mentioned address
one.4) Type of the contracting authority
National or federal Agency/Office
one.5) Main activity
Public order and safety
Section two: Object
two.1) Scope of the procurement
two.1.1) Title
In-Cell Services
Reference number
TBC
two.1.2) Main CPV code
- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
two.1.3) Type of contract
Services
two.1.4) Short description
SPS has undertaken an active role in promoting the use of digital technology within its operational Establishments. SPS recognises that the ability of those in custody to develop their digital skills is limited to that of a classroom setting and is seeking opportunities to develop this further. In addition, one of the SPS’s Digital Strategy’s objectives is to enhance the digital skills of its staff group and move away from various transaction activities that take up a considerable amount of their time. SPS staff still rely extensively on paper-based systems for managing basic day-to-day activities. Research has identified that adoption of new technology requires active engagement and perceived positive outcomes from both of these user group(s) in order to accept new ways of working.
It should be noted that the overall solution is split into two key aspects – the operating system and access device. The required device is still being established by the internal project group but SPS seeks options that are being utilised from the marketplace (this can be more than one).
As a result of the above, the SPS is intending to issue a tender activity for a supplier to install and manage an in-cell system to all operational Establishments. The system will include a standalone managed portal with a range of modules (including menu selection, PPC balance, staff messaging and notice board). SPS does not seek a platform that is a "design and development solution" or an "agile development solution" as it should be well established. However, SPS would seek to expand modules as required via the supplier and have the ability to add 3rd party modules (such as education modules) as appropriate during the contract term.
SPS expects to commence a period of market sounding in the coming weeks to provide and obtain information regarding potential solutions. All suppliers interested in participating in market sounding should note interest in this PIN notice.
two.1.6) Information about lots
This contract is divided into lots: No
two.2) Description
two.2.2) Additional CPV code(s)
- 30211300 - Computer platforms
- 30231100 - Computer terminals
- 72590000 - Computer-related professional services
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 30230000 - Computer-related equipment
two.2.3) Place of performance
NUTS codes
- UKM - Scotland
Main site or place of performance
All SPS establishments
two.2.4) Description of the procurement
The SPS is expecting to commence a period of market sounding. The procurement route is still to be determined.
two.3) Estimated date of publication of contract notice
1 October 2024
Section four. Procedure
four.1) Description
four.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
Section six. Complementary information
six.3) Additional information
NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Public Contracts Scotland Web Site at https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=765174.
(SC Ref:765174)