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Library RFID Self-Service Kiosk units

BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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23 Dec 2019 at 09:09

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Summary of the contracting process

Bedford Borough Council is conducting a procurement process for the supply and installation of Library RFID Self-Service Kiosk units. This initiative falls under the category of library automation equipment and will support three libraries located in the East of England. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period ending on 9th September 2019 and the contract period running from 4th December 2019 to 3rd December 2024. The total procurement value is £154,732, which aims to replace existing RFID devices with new kiosks, staff workstations, and security gates compliant with various international standards.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for growth, particularly for businesses specialising in library technology and automation equipment. Suppliers that offer RFID systems, library services, and related hardware would be well-positioned to compete. With support and maintenance required for a minimum of five years, potential suppliers can expect long-term engagements, which may encourage small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to participate in this government initiative.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Library RFID Self-Service Kiosk units

Notice Description

Bedford Borough Council is replacing its RFID devices (i.e. kiosks, staff workstations and security gates) in three libraries. All library stock is tagged and compliant with ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3 and ISO 28560 standards. The replacement hardware will handle the full range of library transactions and will allow users to pay charges and fees using credit and debit cards as well as cash. The system will manage the security for all library items. Support and maintenance for all hardware and software supplied will be for a minimum of 5 years.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cce45426-b943-4487-b305-b52dd50ee776
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8737fd95-b7ad-48fa-a682-9dc3c127dc8d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

30238000 - Library automation equipment

39155100 - Library equipment

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£154,732 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£154,732 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
4 Dec 2019 - 3 Dec 2024 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BEDFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BEDFORD
Postcode
MK42 9AP
Post Town
Milton Keynes
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH24 Bedford
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bedford
Electoral Ward
Cauldwell
Westminster Constituency
Bedford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

AXIELL

BIBLIOTHECA

D-TECH INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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