SPS-11006 Window Reinforcement at HMP Low Moss and HMP Shotts

What this is

The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) requires a contractor to reinforce approximately 1,200 cell windows at HMP Low Moss and HMP Shotts. The reinforcement works involve replacing existing rivets to window beads with 8 stainless steel countersunk rivets and reinforcing welds to protective window grilles with 8 stainless steel button head shear bolts per window. This is a Prior Information Notice for a construction/installation contract across two Scottish prisons.

Key points

• Window reinforcement works: ~1,200 cell windows at HMP Low Moss and HMP Shotts
• Works: replace rivets with 8 stainless steel countersunk rivets + reinforce welds with 8 stainless steel shear bolts per window
• Security clearance required for work in operational prison environments
• Scottish Prison Service procurement; register interest on PCS

Who can bid

Contractors must be able to obtain necessary security clearances for work in operational prisons. Experience working in secure/custodial facilities is highly relevant. Full eligibility criteria to be specified in the formal tender.

How to submit

Register interest on Public Contracts Scotland. Formal tender will be published via PCS.

Clarifications

Contact Scottish Prison Service procurement via PCS for queries.

Contract period

Contract duration not yet specified. Works to be carried out at HMP Low Moss and HMP Shotts.

Classification

CPV 45421100 — Installation of doors and windows and related components Scotland