Award

Supply and servicing of library stock

LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON

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Award

30 Dec 2019 at 10:35

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Merton is seeking suppliers for the contract titled "Supply and servicing of library stock," which primarily involves the acquisition of library books under two distinct lots: Adult books and Children's books. The procurement process is in the Award stage, having been completed with a total contract value of £499,000. The contract period runs from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2024, and the tender originally closed on 5 November 2019. The service falls within the library and information services industry, with the delivery to take place in London, United Kingdom.

This procurement opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in publishing, distributing, or supplying library materials. Companies that specialise in adult and children's books or related library services would find this tender particularly relevant to their capabilities. Engaging in such contracts not only enhances market presence but also fosters relationships with local authorities, which can lead to future opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and servicing of library stock

Notice Description

Supply and servicing of library acquisitions comprising two lots: Lot A - Adult books Lot B - Children's books

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fad847cd-e448-42ed-9b53-9ce3995bb0fd
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69bac361-5e3e-425f-abee-028d23cd2962
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£499,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£499,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 4-5 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
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Merton
Electoral Ward
Merton Park
Westminster Constituency
Wimbledon

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASKEWS AND HOLTS LIBRARY SERVICES

Further Information

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