Tender

Supply and servicing of library stock

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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Tender

13 Sep 2019 at 12:36

Tender Notice
Tender

13 Sep 2019 at 12:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton is currently conducting a public procurement process for the tender titled "Supply and servicing of library stock." This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on the provision of library books, including adult and children's literature. The tender is set within the region of London, and it is currently in the open procurement stage. Interested suppliers have until 1st November 2019 to submit their bids, with the contract anticipated to commence on 1st April 2020 and extend until 31st March 2024. The total estimated value of the contract is £499,000.

This procurement represents a significant opportunity for businesses looking to expand in the library supply industry, particularly those specialising in the provision of literature and associated services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender accessible, given the invitation for local suppliers to participate. Companies that can offer a robust selection of both adult and children's books, alongside servicing capabilities, will be well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and servicing of library stock

Notice Description

Supply and servicing of library stock in two lots. Lot 1: Adult books, Lot 2, Children's books.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c5a4c63-2dd9-4cf4-a0da-cca61bcf238c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£499,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.services@merton.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2082745215

Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Further Information

Notice Documents

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