Planning

The Libraries Consortium Courier Services

LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Planning

20 Sep 2021 at 15:40

Planned Procurement Notice
Planning

13 Aug 2021 at 12:49

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Lewisham is initiating a procurement process for "The Libraries Consortium Courier Services," targeting the courier services industry. This project is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice set to be communicated on 21 September 2021. The contract period is expected to commence on 18 September 2021 and will run until 31 March 2028. This framework agreement aims to enhance the delivery and distribution of library resources among 20 local authorities participating in the Libraries Consortium, thereby ensuring efficient access to library materials across London.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in courier services and logistics, particularly those capable of handling library resources and managing efficient distribution networks. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as there is a focus on inclusivity within the procurement process. Companies that can offer safe, timely, and efficient transportation solutions for library materials, including books, DVDs, and confidential documents, will find this an advantageous opportunity to expand their operations and client base.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Libraries Consortium Courier Services

Notice Description

The Libraries Consortium (TLC - formerly the London Libraries Consortium) is a group of 20 local authorities that share the Library Management System and seek to develop opportunities to realise efficiencies and effectiveness in the delivery of library services. TLC offers access to 7 million titles at the click of a button and membership cards can be used seamlessly in any of the member authorities. Books and other items can be borrowed from over 254 branch libraries and returned to any of the member libraries. Lewisham Council is the lead authority that developed a Framework Agreement for the distribution and courier services required by TLC to move books and other items (library resources) from libraries within a participating authority to another participating authority and within the boundaries of each participating authority, enabling customers to easily access and request catalogued materials from across the TLC. The TLC is seeking to procure a Courier Services through a Framework Agreement with a single provider to secure the safe and prompt movement of library stock (books) and other library resources that would fit into a standard crate(s) as requested by the authority (CDs, DVDs, stationery, reports, leaflets, confidential documents etc.) within the individual local authority (internal) libraries and between libraries in the TLC (external). All stock will also be sorted by the Courier Service to ensure stock is delivered to the correct sites. The central exchange depot and suitable crates will be provided by the contractor.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6a7d308f-4ab6-4e65-9498-dc63a68b1376
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5815d273-dd22-4143-a763-5f5dc09cb47e
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

64 - Postal and telecommunications services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

64120000 - Courier services

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
21 Sep 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Sep 2021 - 31 Mar 2028 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF LEWISHAM
Contact Name
Sorcha Rooney
Contact Email
lewisham.procurement@lewisham.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 208314

Buyer Location

Locality
CATFORD
Postcode
SE6 4RU
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Lewisham
Electoral Ward
Rushey Green
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

Further Information

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