Tender

British Library Electronic Key Management System Upgrade

BRITISH LIBRARY

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Tender

08 Aug 2024 at 09:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is inviting tenders for the upgrade of its Electronic Key Management System (EKMS), which falls under the Security Equipment sector (CPV Code: 35121000). The procurement stage is currently active, with the procurement method being an open procedure. The contract involves the replacement of hardware, firmware, and software that have exceeded their life expectancy. Submissions must be written in English and the deadline for submissions is 12th September 2024, at 12:00 PM GMT+1. The project has a contract value of £225,000 and is expected to be completed within 90 days. The delivery location for this contract is the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in security equipment and IT systems upgrades. Companies providing these services stand a good chance of being selected if they meet the outlined procurement criteria. The scope of work requires firms to have strong capabilities in integrating security systems and maintaining dedicated IP fibre optic networks. This contract, being a substantial upgrade, may lead to further opportunities for maintenance and support, making it appealing for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

British Library Electronic Key Management System Upgrade

Notice Description

The existing EKMS system cabinets which are manufactured by TRAKA. All of the hardware, firmware and the software have been serving beyond the manufacturer recommended life expectancy. This system requires an upgrade due to end of life hardware and outdated version of software, end of manufacturer support and spares non-availability. BL has an IP fibre optic network dedicated to the physical security systems on both sites. But the TRAKA System is currently installed using BL IT corporate network which connects hardware of both sites to a single Track System server hosted on BL SQL cloud.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The existing EKMS system cabinets which are manufactured by TRAKA. All of the hardware, firmware and the software have been serving beyond the manufacturer recommended life expectancy. This system requires an upgrade due to end of life hardware and outdated version of software, end of manufacturer support and spares non-availability. BL has an IP fibre optic network dedicated to the physical security systems on both sites. But the TRAKA System is currently installed using BL IT corporate network which connects hardware of both sites to a single Track System server hosted on BL SQL cloud.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0488be
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024967-2024
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£225,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH LIBRARY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2DB
Post Town
North West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
St Pancras & Somers Town
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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