Electronic Monitoring

Scottish Government

Published: May 14, 2026

Updated: May 25, 2026

Source: Public Contracts Scotland

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the governance and public administration sector, with a focus on Public Sector Reform. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 75.0 million. Proposals must be submitted before July 1, 2026.

Published through Public Contracts Scotland, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the governance and public administration sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

The Scottish Ministers are seeking to establish a managed service contract for Electronic Monitoring of those who have offended in the justice system to support the criminal and Youth Justice Systems in Scotland. The service provider will be responsible for the installation, maintenance and removal of all necessary equipment and for the monitoring of those in the justice system placed on any form of electronic monitoring.

The Scottish Ministers are seeking to establish a managed service contract for the provision of Electronic Monitoring (EM) services in Scotland to support the criminal justice and youth justice systems.
Electronic Monitoring (also known as “tagging”) enables justice authorities to monitor compliance with court orders and licence conditions by confirming whether an individual remains at a specified location during designated periods and/or avoids restricted locations. Individuals subject to EM are fitted with a tamper-resistant electronic device (typically worn on the ankle or, where appropriate, the wrist), which transmits data indicating compliance, including any unauthorised absences, presence in restricted areas, or attempts to interfere with the device.
The appointed service provider will be responsible for the delivery of an end-to-end EM service, including the installation, maintenance, monitoring, and removal of all necessary equipment. The service may utilise a combination of technologies, including radio frequency (RF), global positioning system (GPS), and alcohol and/or substance monitoring technologies.
The service provider will be required to deliver all material aspects of the EM service across Scotland. This includes, but is not limited to:
-Provision (through manufacture or procurement) of monitoring technology, including both hardware and software;
-Installation, deinstallation, and maintenance of monitoring equipment;
-24/7 monitoring of individuals subject to EM orders, supported by appropriate monitoring infrastructure and operational support functions;
- Recruitment, vetting, and training of suitably qualified personnel;
- Engagement with criminal justice stakeholders, including the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS), Police Scotland, Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service (SCTS), Scottish Prison Service (SPS), Justice Social Work (JSW), and others;
- Accurate record keeping, data analysis, and reporting to the Purchaser.. The award criteria include an initial question assessing compliance with the technical requirements of the specification. This will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis.
Schedule 1 will be provided in a redacted form due to the sensitive nature of certain information it contains. An unredacted version of the Specification may be made available to Tenderers upon request via PCS‑T messaging facility.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Public Contracts Scotland and was originally published on May 14, 2026. Last refreshed 36 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

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Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is July 1, 2026. You have 1 day left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Scottish Government in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Governance & Public Administration sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is Up to £75,000,000. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Public Contracts Scotland to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.