Tender

002505 Shared Repository Service

BRITISH LIBRARY

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Tender

20 Dec 2024 at 13:15

Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is initiating a tender for the "002505 Shared Repository Service," classified under IT services which include consulting, software development, Internet, and support (CPV code 72000000). This service will span from April 2025 to March 2028 and aims to enhance the repository providing access to over 16,000 research outputs. The procurement is in the tender stage, and it is an open procedure. The tender period ends on 24 January 2025, with the contract commencing on 1 April 2025 and concluding on 31 March 2028. The service will cover a broad geographic scope, including the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The total value of the contract is estimated at £415,000.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in consulting, software development, and Internet support. It is especially suited for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs), given the expressed suitability for these types of organisations. Companies capable of managing and enhancing digital repositories and supporting high traffic and diverse content formats will find this tender well-aligned with their skill sets. Participating in this procurement process could facilitate business expansion and offer a prestigious partnership with the British Library.

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Notice Title

002505 Shared Repository Service

Notice Description

The British Library is seeking suppliers for the Shared Repository Service (https://iro.bl.uk/) for its next phase of operation from April 2025 - March 2028 (36 months). The service currently provides discovery and access to over 16,000 research outputs, including articles, datasets, conference contributions, theses etc. It is a well-used service, with 809,262 views, 200,893 sessions, and 24,938 item requests between April 2023 - March 2024.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/468beb6f-1c24-42ff-b151-43b7911c053b
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£415,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH LIBRARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2DB
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
St Pancras & Somers Town
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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