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Support & Maintenance for Library Radio Frequency Identification Solutions

LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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05 Mar 2025 at 10:38

Summary of the contracting process

Leicestershire County Council has completed a procurement process titled "Support & Maintenance for Library Radio Frequency Identification Solutions". This tender falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems (CPV: 48000000) and is set to take place in England, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the contract awarded on 5th March 2025 and the contract period spanning from 3rd May 2025 to 2nd May 2027. The contract value is £162,600, and it was procured through an alternative procurement method. There are options for two 12-month extensions beyond the initial two-year period.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in software package and information systems, particularly those experienced in providing support and maintenance for radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, as indicated by the suitability criteria. The winning bidder, Bibliotheca, demonstrates that companies with a strong track record in large-scale technology projects are well-suited for similar future opportunities. Engaging in this tender can lead to potential growth and expansion in the public sector by establishing a relationship with Leicestershire County Council.

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Notice Title

Support & Maintenance for Library Radio Frequency Identification Solutions

Notice Description

Support & Maintenance for Library Radio Frequency Identification Solutions, call off via ESPO Framework 350_23. 2 years' contract with 2 x 12 months extension options available.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-20314d6a-d8e1-4651-a536-9193e03f1bf9
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f819232-36c5-43a7-885f-5fa6977b7246
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£162,600 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£162,600 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
4 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
2 May 2025 - 2 May 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEICESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8RA
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIBLIOTHECA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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