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002511 Non -Print Legal Deposit Publisher (NPLD) Portal

British Library

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20 Feb 2025 at 14:05

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is currently in the tender stage for the "002511 Non-Print Legal Deposit Publisher (NPLD) Portal" contract, classified under IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This procurement aims to establish a new platform for the Publisher Portal Service, ensuring it meets modern technological and security standards following a cyber-attack. The contract, worth £350,000 GBP, will cover services from 5th May 2025 to 31st December 2028, with a potential extension of up to two additional years. Interested parties need to submit their responses by 27th March 2025, at 12:00 PM, with bids expected to remain valid for 90 days. This open procedure is accessible to parties complying with the specified electronic submission terms and variant policy. The primary delivery location is the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in IT services, software development, and cybersecurity. Companies capable of deploying scalable technology solutions that align with stringent security requirements will find this contract well-suited to their capacities. Moreover, businesses operating in sectors such as consulting, internet services, and technical support stand to benefit by providing their innovative solutions and contributing to the British Library's and LDL partners' systems. The contract's duration and potential extension offer long-term engagement and stability for the winning bidder.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

002511 Non -Print Legal Deposit Publisher (NPLD) Portal

Notice Description

Most NPLD content is provided by larger publishers through commercial supply chain channels and is accompanied by well-formed metadata. Following the cyber-attack, we are seeking a new platform to provide this Publisher Portal Service. This should utilise modern, scalable technology that meets the security needs of the British Library and our LDL partners.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Most NPLD content is provided by larger publishers through commercial supply chain channels and is accompanied by well-formed metadata. Following the cyber-attack, we are seeking a new platform to provide this Publisher Portal Service. This should utilise modern, scalable technology that meets the security needs of the British Library and our LDL partners. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/YW4SXU6XV3

Renewal: Maximum extension period 2 years taken contract end date to 31 December 2030 (if applicable)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e50f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006246-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 May 2025 - 31 Dec 2028 3-4 years
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
Postcode Area
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

Further Information

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