Implementation of Video Visits System for Scottish Prison Service During COVID-19
Scottish Prison Service · Awarded contract
AwardedImplementation of Video Visits System for Scottish Prison Service During COVID-19
Awarded Unknown
AwardedNot specified
Value£300,000.00
SupplierUnilink Software
AgencyScottish Prison Service
RegionScotland
CategoryIT & Software
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Scottish Prison Service awarded a contract to Unilink Software for the provision of a video visits system in response to the COVID-19 situation, aimed at improving arrangements for individuals in care to maintain family contact.
The contract value was AUD 300,000.
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