Tender

001186 Dual Page Book Capture System

THE BRITISH LIBRARY

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Tender

07 Nov 2018 at 14:27

Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is inviting tenders for the procurement of a dual page book capture system, essential for imaging heritage materials at high volumes. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically in the scanners industry, with a budget of £150,000. The active tender was published on 7 November 2018, and the deadline for submission is 7 December 2018. The successful bidder will be expected to deliver, install, and provide training within a month of supply, beginning a contract period that starts on 3 January 2019 and lasts until 28 February 2022. This tender is being conducted through an open procedure given its value exceeds the threshold for such processes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in imaging technology, particularly those offering high-volume scanning solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the British Library is keen to foster competition among a diverse range of suppliers. This contract not only allows for expanded capabilities in document handling for potential vendors but also strengthens partnerships within the heritage sector, benefiting those with expertise in similar equipment and services.

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Notice Title

001186 Dual Page Book Capture System

Notice Description

The British Library is looking to purchase one dual page book capture system, designed to image heritage bound material in high volume. The scanning system must output images to standards specified in this document. The system and software must be compatible with the British Library IT technical standards. The scanner must capture bound books of up to A2 in size and with spines 20-25cm in width. It should be able to output a minimum of 350 Tiff images in one full working day or 10,000 images a month. The offered package should include on-site installation, support, and hardware and software training within a month of supply. If you are interested in this opportunity please browse to https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk and click on the Current Opportunities and Notices link for further information.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d4841219-5975-41c6-814f-90538322e791
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d3fbcc4-e5cf-48d3-93ca-7b744568fc64
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38520000 - Scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Jan 2019 - 28 Feb 2022 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE BRITISH LIBRARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLI London

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Wetherby
Westminster Constituency
Wetherby and Easingwold

Further Information

Notice Documents

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