Library Management System software and services

SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

South Tyneside Council has completed the procurement process for the provision of Library Management System software and services. The contracting authority awarded the contract to Education Software Solutions Limited, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) that also aligns with voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) values. This tender is classified under the "Software package and information systems" industry category, and it was executed as a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period commenced on 1st April 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2029. The services are to be delivered to South Shields, with a contract value amounting to £233,104.75.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in software and information systems, especially those operating as SMEs or VCSEs. By capitalising on such public procurement contracts, businesses can expand their footprint in the public sector, securing steady revenue over a multi-year contract period. Companies with expertise in library management solutions are particularly well-suited to engage with similar tenders, offering a consistent chance to grow their market presence and build a robust portfolio in delivering essential software services to the public administration sector.

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Notice Title

Library Management System software and services

Notice Description

the provision of software and services comprising Library Management System software and services Additional information: Call off from the KCS Framework. Change control notice - April 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-8ef712ef-ca78-4470-82d7-11b7b0d19424
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fa1fb073-d865-4a2b-84df-294c32dd5819
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£233,104 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£233,104 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 1-2 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
SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SOUTH SHIELDS
Postcode
NE33 2RL
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Beacon and Bents
Westminster Constituency
South Shields

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EDUCATION SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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