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Provision of Library Management Solution

BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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13 Feb 2026 at 14:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Provision of Library Management Solution" has been completed, initiated by Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council on behalf of Libraries Connected Yorkshire & Humber (LCYH). The opportunity involved a call-off contract through the CCS Framework, following a restricted procedure. This tender, classified under the industry category of "Library management system", was awarded to Civica UK Limited. The process concluded on 13th February 2026, with the contractual service set to commence on 4th April 2026 and continue through to 3rd April 2036. The tender was valued at £187,978 GBP, and the procurement category was services, covering various locations, including British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This contract creates substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in library management systems and technology solutions. With Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council leading the procurement, there's potential for collaboration and expansion across several geographical markets. The restricted procedure implies a selective competition, offering a chance for SMEs and VCSEs (Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises), to showcase their capabilities and engage with a high-profile buyer. Companies with robust service offerings, adaptability to diverse regional needs, and experience in public sector engagements are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Title

Provision of Library Management Solution

Notice Description

Library Management Solution Replacement - Libraries Connected Yorkshire & Humber (LCYH) Call off through CCS Framework led by Doncaster Council on behalf of LCYH.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ae2fe3b6-0a36-432b-b9aa-0f1bb0dc180b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be643b0c-6b70-4464-b1ec-497df2e6f85d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48161000 - Library management system

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£187,978 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£187,978 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
3 Apr 2026 - 3 Apr 2036 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
BARNSLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BARNSLEY, SOUTH YORKSHIRE
Postcode
S70 2TA
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE33 Barnsley
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Barnsley
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Barnsley North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CIVICA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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