Planning

The University of Edinburgh Library RFID Tagging

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Planning

14 Oct 2024 at 07:53

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is initiating a public procurement process for the RFID tagging of specified collections across its 10 library sites. This procurement falls under the 'miscellaneous services' category and targets the UKM75 region in Edinburgh. The process is currently in the planning stage with an intention to gather market capabilities ahead of a competitive tender. Key dates include a future notice date on 31 January 2025. The procurement method involves a Prior Information Notice (PIN) to engage market interest and determine current capabilities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in RFID technology and library management services. Organisations with expertise in deploying RFID tagging solutions can leverage this project to build a robust portfolio within the educational sector. Companies that provide high-quality, efficient tagging services will find this tender to be a promising avenue for business growth, particularly those experienced in handling large-scale library systems. The University of Edinburgh is a prestigious institution, and a successful bid could establish a long-term partnership with further opportunities in the education industry.

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Notice Title

The University of Edinburgh Library RFID Tagging

Notice Description

The University of Edinburgh is looking to engage with the market ahead of a potential competitive tender process for the procurement of services to undertake the RFID tagging of specified collections across 10 University of Edinburgh Library sites.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The objective of the Prior Information Notice is to obtain up-to-date information from the market in order to understand current market capabilities. Requirements are found on attachment "RFID Tagging Information for Procurement October 2024 - University of Edinburgh" Full description in attachment "The University of Edinburgh RFID Tagging PIN"

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04ab9c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032913-2024
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98300000 - Miscellaneous services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jan 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Kim Scott-Woodhouse
Contact Email
k.scott-woodhouse@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502759

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

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