Tender

000860 Upgrade of the British Library's Life Safety Radio System

THE BRITISH LIBRARY

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Tender

14 Jul 2017 at 10:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is seeking tenders for the upgrade of its Life Safety Radio System, a critical component of its security infrastructure. This procurement is classified under the "Radio installations" category and is valued at between £150,000 and £200,000. The tender, currently in the active stage, is conducted via a selective procurement method, specifically a restricted procedure. The deadline for submissions is 14 August 2017, with the project scheduled to commence on 11 October 2017 and conclude by 31 March 2018. The procurement process is centred in England, with operational sites in London and Boston Spa, West Yorkshire.

This opportunity is well-suited for businesses specialising in communication technologies, particularly those experienced in installing and maintaining digital radio systems. Suppliers with a proven track record in similar service delivery and the capability to provide training and technical support are encouraged to apply. By participating in this tender, businesses can enhance their visibility and credibility in the public sector, potentially leading to further contracts within the government and public organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

000860 Upgrade of the British Library's Life Safety Radio System

Notice Description

The British Library has several safety and security systems to protect its premises along with running its every day operations. The Library has two separate sites to provide its services and these are located in A) London - St Pancras West Yorkshire - Boston Spa. One of the safety and security systems that the Library extensively uses is its life safety radio system. This system is an analogue Radio system and after many years of usage, it has reached its end of life. The successful tenderer will be expected to deliver following requirements; 1) Provide a detail design of the new life safety radio system based on the specifications provided 2)Supply and install the Digital Mobile Radio repeaters as necessary and connect them to the existing cabling or to the new IP network where the Library wishes to extend the radio network. 3) Assist the Library in purchasing additional licenses from Ofcom 4) Supply and configure hand held radio devices and other base units to replace the analogue handsets 5) Maintain the analogue system fully operational in parallel during the digital system upgrade works until the digital system is fully installed and ready to operate. Once this is achieved disconnect the analogue system and decommission the equipment, redundant cables completely. 6) Decommission the pager system and integrate the Telephone, fire alarm systems in to DMR system to assist emergency evacuation procedures. 7) Provide corrective maintenance to clear the faults generated on the analogue system to during the upgrade works. 8) Provide relevant training, handover documents, and functional asset list The successful supplier must demonstrate an appropriate skill set, proven track record of service delivery and provide excellent value for money If you are interested in this opportunity please browse to https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk and click on the View Current Opportunities and Notices link on the home page for instructions on registering and downloading the SQ.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e28ff2ec-b05d-4f96-9fab-9ce7c8214bd2
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32344250 - Radio installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Oct 2017 - 31 Mar 2018 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE BRITISH LIBRARY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
andy.kemp@bl.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOSTON SPA
Postcode
LS23 7BQ
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Wetherby
Westminster Constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold

Further Information

Notice Documents

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