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CBC-1286-T-CE RFID Supply Installation and Maintenance CBC Libraries - AWARD

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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14 Apr 2022 at 09:54

Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council is conducting a procurement process for the tender titled "CBC-1286-T-CE RFID Supply Installation and Maintenance CBC Libraries," aimed at replacing and expanding RFID equipment across 12 libraries. This project, classified under library equipment, is currently in the Award stage, with the contract awarded to Bibliotheca Limited for a total value of £238,080. The contract period commenced on 7th February 2022 and extends until 6th February 2027, with an option for a three-year extension. The procurement method utilised was an open procedure, and the tender submission deadline was 12:00 noon on 6th December 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in library automation, supply, and installation services, particularly those specialising in RFID technology. Companies that can offer innovative small form RFID devices, installation services, and comprehensive maintenance solutions will be well-suited to compete for similar future tenders. Additionally, providers with experience in training library staff on new technologies will find this a beneficial sector for growth, given the ongoing need for library services to modernise their operations.

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Notice Title

CBC-1286-T-CE RFID Supply Installation and Maintenance CBC Libraries - AWARD

Notice Description

Central Bedfordshire Council Library Service (hereafter the Library Service) is inviting tenders for the supply, installation, and maintenance for the replacement of our end-of-life RFID equipment (Lot 1) and to expand our offer by providing additional RFID equipment via small form/Tablet based devices (Lot 2). Lot 1 is all your standard RFID equipment: Large Form RFID Kiosks and associated furniture; Security Gates; Shelf Scanners; Staff Pads. Lot 2 is for small form RFID Devices (Must be Tablets). The Library Service is seeking to install/replace RFID Technologies in 12 libraries, and commence this project before the end of March 2022. This will include the installation of self-service RFID terminals (large and small form), provision of integrated return bins (if possible), replacement or new security gates where required, staff training etc. The Library Service also wishes to automate stock management and audit procedures by the replacement of our hand-held shelf scanners. Completed Tenders and attachments should be submitted electronically, by the due date via our "In-tend" electronic tendering system. Tenders must be uploaded via the "My Return" section of the system. Tenders submitted through the correspondence facility will not be considered. Your Tender must be submitted via the In-tend system by no later than 12:00 noon on Friday, 6th December 2021. Tenders received after that time will be excluded. Help and Support - The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all tenderers to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please send a correspondence using the 'In-tend' portal tendering system. Last date for receiving questions on the In-Tend system closes at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, 1st December 2021 The contract is for an initial period of five years with an option to extend, at Central Bedfordshire Council's sole discretion, for a further three years in one yearly increments.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18f313a4-26bd-4112-b682-75f2e9908846
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

30238000 - Library automation equipment

39155100 - Library equipment

48160000 - Library software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£238,080 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
7 Feb 2022 - 6 Feb 2027 Over 5 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
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
ADMINISTRATOR ADMINISTRATOR
Contact Email
procurement@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
03003008000

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIBLIOTHECA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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