Award

350_23 Library Hardware Solutions

ESPO

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

22 Feb 2024 at 15:29

Tender

25 Aug 2023 at 09:10

Planning

21 Feb 2023 at 13:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Central Purchasing Body, ESPO, has completed the award for the Library RFID Solutions and Out of Hours Library Technology framework agreement. The procurement involved suppliers offering library hardware solutions, including RFID equipment and technology for out of hours access, with a total contract value of £5,000,000 each. The award was made to multiple suppliers, such as Bibliotheca Limited, D-Tech International Limited, and Lyngsoe Systems Limited, among others, to provide these services as part of the framework agreement.

This award presents growth opportunities for SMEs providing library automation equipment and software packages. Businesses in the library equipment industry, especially those specialising in automation technology and software development, are well-suited to compete for contracts. ESPO's procurement process signifies a commitment to efficient library solutions through the provision of a comprehensive range of hardware, software, and support services. Suppliers with capabilities in delivering innovative library technology solutions are encouraged to engage with ESPO for potential future tender opportunities in the public sector.

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Notice Title

350_23 Library Hardware Solutions

Notice Description

ESPO is seeking to renew its framework agreement for Library Hardware Solutions. This includes the provision of library RFID equipment and out of hours library technology. Suppliers shall also be able to offer a full range of associated services including installation and multi-year support and maintenance packages.

Lot Information

Lot 1 - Library RFID Solutions

This lot requires suppliers to provide a comprehensive range of library RFID hardware, installation services, supporting software, support and, maintenance packages, and relevant training. Includes any additional services to help to deliver an efficient library solution.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in Section II.1.7 includes the option period.

Lot 2 - Out of Hours Library Technology

This lot requires suppliers to provide a comprehensive range of out of hours library technology to enable the general public to access libraries during non-core hours. Including all associated hardware, software, support and maintenance, training, and any additional services to help to deliver an efficient library solution.

Options: The framework agreement has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated in Section II.1.7 includes the option period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03a73b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005832-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

30238000 - Library automation equipment

39155100 - Library equipment

48160000 - Library software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£10,000,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Feb 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Sep 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
21 May 2023Expired
Award Date
19 Jan 20242 years ago
Contract Period
19 Nov 2023 - 18 Nov 2025 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ESPO
Contact Name
Food, Communities and Technology Procurement Team
Contact Email
tenders@espo.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 1ES
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
6
Supplier Names

BIBLIOTHECA

D-TECH INTERNATIONAL

GOOD WITH DEVICES LTD (GWD

LYNGSOE SYSTEMS

NEXBIB SOLUTIONS

SB ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS

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