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Annual maintenance of Symphony Library Management System

THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON

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03 Oct 2025 at 11:14

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Annual maintenance of Symphony Library Management System" has been concluded by The Mayor and Commonalty and Citizens of the City of London. Categorised under 'Library management system' within the services industry, this direct procurement was executed through a single tender action below threshold. Located in London, United Kingdom, the contract covers a five-year period from 25 October 2024 to 24 October 2029. The award, officially published on 3 October 2025, was granted to SirsiDynix on 11 October 2024, with a total value of £100,000 GBP.

This tender creates business growth opportunities specifically for those offering services related to library management systems, especially SMEs, as it involves comprehensive maintenance, including cloud hosting, software provision, user interfaces, and technical support. The direct procurement method indicates that well-established suppliers with a proven track record in similar services stand a good chance in competing for such contracts, making it a suitable opportunity for businesses experienced with integrated library systems and offering consistent technical support packages.

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Notice Title

Annual maintenance of Symphony Library Management System

Notice Description

Annual maintenance package which includes cloud hosting of database and main software, provision of client software for staff, user interfaces, routine software patches and upgrades, and full technical support.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b839632f-1b2b-4206-bc86-b00cd3afaf80
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/158e32b4-79b6-40e8-bdc9-9794ca0d35c1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
24 Oct 2024 - 24 Oct 2029 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
THE MAYOR AND COMMONALTY AND CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF LONDON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cityproc.operations@cityoflondon.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2V 7HH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Bassishaw
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SIRSIDYNIX

Further Information

Notice Documents

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