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Library Flex- Buckinghamshire Self -Operated Libraries

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL

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09 Apr 2025 at 09:41

Summary of the contracting process

Buckinghamshire Council has concluded the procurement process for the "Library Flex- Buckinghamshire Self-Operated Libraries" project, aimed at enhancing access and achieving cost savings for eight large libraries in Buckinghamshire. The tender, classified under IT services and library services, involved the direct award of a contract valued at £142,000 to Lyngsoe Systems for the provision of self-operated library technology. The process progressed from planning through to the award stage, with the crucial dates being the contract award on 19 February 2025, the tender period ending on 7 February 2025, and the contract running from 24 February 2025 to 23 February 2027. The services will be delivered across locations in England, United Kingdom.

This procurement project opens up significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those offering innovative library solutions. Companies experienced in developing and implementing unattended access technology will find this contract beneficial for showcasing their capabilities and expanding their market presence. Larger enterprises capable of delivering comprehensive technology solutions in public sector environments would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts. The direct procurement method via an established framework also highlights the importance of holding positions on such frameworks for future business growth.

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Notice Title

Library Flex- Buckinghamshire Self -Operated Libraries

Notice Description

On 2 January 2025 Cabinet agreed the implementation of 'Library Flex', an innovative delivery model for eight of the larger Buckinghamshire libraries that will increase access and deliver cost savings. Library Flex involves the use of new technologies to enable customer access to unstaffed library sites. This technology allows library members to access the library using their membership card and PIN, enabling them to use the library to borrow books, use computers, and access other library services without staff presence. Buckinghamshire Council Library Service conducted soft market research, and awarded Lyngsoe the contract to provide the self-operated technology via a direct Award using the Surrey County Council Framework for the provision of Unattended Library Self-Service Access - Technology and Associated Services.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a62c41a9-fd16-451d-982c-a7da665bb8c4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f81ed02b-eaf5-4053-bd52-da24432b261b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

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

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£142,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£142,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2025 - 23 Feb 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
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Lyn Mangisi
Contact Email
lyn.mangisi@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1296387700

Buyer Location

Locality
AYLESBURY
Postcode
HP20 1UA
Post Town
Hemel Hempstead
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ13 Buckinghamshire
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Buckinghamshire
Electoral Ward
Aylesbury North
Westminster Constituency
Aylesbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LYNGSOE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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