Planning

001063 Open Access Shared Repository for the British Library

THE BRITISH LIBRARY

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Planning

11 May 2018 at 09:13

Planning

17 Apr 2018 at 06:41

Planning

17 Apr 2018 at 06:38

Planning

17 Apr 2018 at 06:35

Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is currently in the planning stage for the procurement titled "001063 Open Access Shared Repository for the British Library." This initiative aims to establish a research repository infrastructure to support various services within the library. The tender will close on Tuesday, 8th May 2018, at 12 noon, with an engagement end date set for 8th May 2018. The procurement method involves inviting bids for a pilot project that will operate primarily within the IT services industry, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, and support, classified under CPV code 72000000. The project will have a delivery scope covering the United Kingdom and beyond, including British Overseas Territories and European regions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the IT services sector, particularly those specialising in software development, system configuration, and digital infrastructure. Companies equipped to offer innovative solutions for research repository management and those with experience in collaborative projects with institutions will find this tender particularly appealing. Furthermore, businesses looking to engage with public sector contracts and enhance their portfolio in partnership with established organisations like the British Library could greatly benefit from participating in this tendering process.

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Notice Title

001063 Open Access Shared Repository for the British Library

Notice Description

NOTE THIS TENDER WILL ACTUALLY CLOSE ON TUESDAY 8TH MAY 2018 AT 12 NOON The British Library intends to establish a research repository infrastructure to support a number of services, including a new institutional repository for our own research outputs, a new solution for two or more research-supporting digital collections managed by the Library, and as a shared service for the research outputs of other similarly placed organisations. This Invitation to Tender is for a Pilot Project to build, configure and host a shared repository to allow us to test the concept and workflows in co-operation with a small number of partner external organisations. We expect the Pilot Project to last for 12 months from date of award, followed by a further 3 months of system support. To express an interest in this project, please browse to https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk and click on current opportunities and notices and follow the online instructions This tender will close on Tuesday 8th May 2018 at 12 noon

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2e14a305-e121-4aac-a257-c75df6b26149
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 May 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
8 May 2018Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Locality
WETHERBY
Postcode
LS23 7BQ
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Wetherby
Westminster Constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold

Further Information

Notice Documents

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