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Merton Libraries Self-Service Replacement Project

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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06 Jun 2025 at 12:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton has completed its procurement process for the Merton Libraries Self-Service Replacement Project, addressing the needs for updated library equipment and services. This project encompasses four different lots, including the replacement of self-service kiosks, self-access technology, people-counter systems, and self-service tablets across multiple library sites. The industry category is focused on library equipment, management systems, and services. The procurement followed an open procedure, with the tendering period concluding on 21 February 2025. The contracts, valued at £430,000, will commence on 16 January 2026 and conclude on 15 January 2032, covering multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including London and the South East.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in library technology solutions, particularly those offering innovative self-service and management systems. With a focus on goods, companies operating within the library technology industry can leverage this contract to expand their presence and gain more visibility in the public sector. The project supports participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), making it accessible to a wide range of business sizes. Engaging in such projects can lead to growth by allowing suppliers like Bibliotheca Limited, Lyngsoe Systems Ltd, and Nexbib Solutions Ltd to establish sustainable partnerships and showcase their capabilities in delivering integrated solutions across varied library sites.

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Notice Title

Merton Libraries Self-Service Replacement Project

Notice Description

The London Borough of Merton ("the Council") have now evaluated the bids for Merton Libraries Self-Service Replacement Project. The requirement consists of 4 Lots. Lot 1 the replacement of existing self-service kiosks and integrated payment systems, which support customer transactions across 7 library sites, a solution for our handheld stock management devices and staff pads. Lot 2 the replacement of existing Self -Access Technology across 5 library sites. Lot 3 replacement Fixed People-Counter systems across 7 libraries. Lot 4 the replacement of Self-Service Tablets and docking stations across all 7 sites.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f9e97f62-1542-4ddf-915f-88c541032af5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4bf979b1-134f-474c-b38e-4612e07dc709
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
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

48 - Software package and information systems

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

39155100 - Library equipment

48161000 - Library management system

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£430,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
16 Jan 2026 - 15 Jan 2032 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
LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MORDEN
Postcode
SM4 5DX
Post Town
Sutton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI6 Outer London - South
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

BIBLIOTHECA

INTELLITEC

LYNGSOE SYSTEMS

NEXBIB SOLUTIONS

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