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Lapsafe - device loaning solution _ Cavendish & Superlab

UNIVERSITY OF DERBY

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29 Oct 2025 at 10:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the University of Derby focuses on the acquisition of a "LapSafe - device loaning solution" for the Cavendish & Superlab. This falls within the industry category of library automation equipment. The process is at the award stage, dated 29 October 2025, marking the completion of this procurement. The contract, valued at £47,688.88, was directly awarded through the Crown Commercial Services framework CCS RM6098, following a selective procurement method. The contract period is scheduled to start on 1 April 2025 and end on 31 March 2026. The equipment delivery is intended for Derby, England, with the University of Derby acting as the awarding body, located at Kedleston Road, Derby DE22 1GB.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for SMEs, specifically those specialising in library automation and technology solutions. The contractual process undertaken, a call-off from a framework agreement, suggests potential for business growth through partnership with public sector organisations like universities. The participation of Getech Ltd, a company recognised as a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), illustrates this potential. This opportunity could be particularly beneficial for technology firms seeking to expand their presence in educational institutions and those familiar with the selective procurement method.

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Notice Title

Lapsafe - device loaning solution _ Cavendish & Superlab

Notice Description

Lapsafe - device loaning solution _ for Cavendish & Superlab Direct award through Crown Commercial Services CCS RM6098

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f197f226-91bd-4253-af0c-86ab1d4855ba
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a9e63fd8-6b23-4352-93ad-d06d75c14acf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30238000 - Library automation equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,688 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,688 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DERBY
Postcode
DE22 1GB
Post Town
Derby
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF11 Derby
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Derby
Electoral Ward
Allestree
Westminster Constituency
Mid Derbyshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GETECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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