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SPS-02338 Soft Restraint Handcuffs for SPS

Scottish Prison Service · All their open notices

What this is

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) is seeking a supplier to provide soft restraint handcuffs (SPS-02338) as a less restrictive alternative to metal handcuffs for use across its estate. The goods are part of a wider safety improvement programme in custodial establishments. A formal contract notice (ITT) was published on 21 April 2026 with a submission deadline of 18 May 2026. This entry is the Prior Information Notice.

Key points

  • Soft restraint handcuffs for Scottish Prison Service — less restrictive alternative to metal cuffs
  • Formal ITT (APR554306) already published with deadline 18 May 2026
  • Submit via PCS-Tender; contact Rebecca.coulter2@prisons.gov.scot

Who can bid

Full eligibility criteria in the contract notice (APR554306) published 21 April 2026 via PCS-Tender. Below FTS threshold procurement.

How it is scored

Formal evaluation criteria published in the ITT (APR554306). SPS evaluates tenders in accordance with the ITT.

Money

No estimated value disclosed. Below FTS threshold.

How to submit

Formal ITT published via PCS-Tender (APR554306), deadline 18 May 2026.

Clarifications

Contact Rebecca Coulter, Rebecca.coulter2@prisons.gov.scot, tel: +44 1313303790.

Classification

CPV 35113400 — Protective and safety clothing 35230000 — Handcuffs Scotland

Published on Public Contracts Scotland. The official notice is the authoritative version.