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The Libraries Consortium Courier Services Framework Agreement

London Borough of Lewisham

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderUpdate

05 Jan 2026 at 09:08

UK4 - Tender Notice
Tender

31 Dec 2025 at 15:46

UK4 - Tender Notice
Planning

12 Aug 2025 at 15:31

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Libraries Consortium Courier Services Framework Agreement is facilitated by the London Borough of Lewisham, acting as the lead authority. This initiative is positioned under the active procurement stage, employing an open procedure to secure courier services for transporting books and other items across and within member local authorities. This service spans multiple boroughs and counties, including Lewisham, Brent, Croydon, and Essex amongst others, within the United Kingdom. Currently, the deadline for tender submissions is set for 9th February 2026, with final awards expected to be completed by 15th April 2026. The contract, valued at £3,800,000 with a possible extension, is anticipated to commence on 1st May 2026.

This tender offers substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for firms adept in transport services, freight agency, and library management. Companies with expertise in logistics and distribution could thrive by joining the framework agreement set by the consortium. The procurement process emphasises quality, pricing, and social value, providing a strategic opportunity for businesses committed to competitive pricing and delivering exceptional service quality. As part of this framework, the potential for more authorities to join highlights an expansion opportunity in the transport and logistics sector, specifically catering to library services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Libraries Consortium Courier Services Framework Agreement

Notice Description

Lewisham Library and Information Service, as the lead authority, developed a Framework Contract for courier services used by The Libraries Consortium. This contract enables member authorities to efficiently transport books and other items both across the consortium and within their own local boundaries. The following local authorities are currently utilising the Framework Agreement: Lewisham, Barking & Dagenham, Brent, Croydon, Ealing, Enfield, Essex County Council, Hackney, Hammersmith & Fulham, Haringey, Harrow, Havering, Hounslow, Kingston upon Thames, Luton Borough Council, Merton, Newham, Redbridge, Surrey County Council, Sutton, Tower Hamlets, Thurrock and Waltham Forest.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract will be between the successful Tenderer and the Council for the period of contract term initially for two years, with the option for future call-offs of up to two additional years, for a maximum of four years in total.

Planning Information

Market engagement on 24 September 2025 between 2PM - 3PM. (Teams invite will be shared to the interested suppliers on 22nd September 2025)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05865c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000122-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

22 - Printed matter and related products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

33952000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60000000 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)

63521000 - Freight transport agency services

79995000 - Library management services

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,800,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,800,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20268 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 1 May 2028 2-3 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
London Borough of Lewisham
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CATFORD
Postcode
SE6 4RU
Postcode Area
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Delivery Location
TLI44 Lewisham and Southwark
Local Authority
Lewisham
Electoral Ward
Rushey Green
Westminster Constituency
Lewisham East

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