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2526-0002B Appointment of a Library Designer - Mildmay Library Refurbishment

LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON

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26 Sep 2025 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Islington has concluded the procurement process for the "2526-0002B Appointment of a Library Designer - Mildmay Library Refurbishment" project, with the status marked as complete. This contract, focusing on the refurbishment and installation of new library equipment, falls under the "works" industry category. Located in London, the process utilised a limited procurement method due to the below-threshold value, offering limited competition. The award was finalised on 25th September 2025, and active implementation is scheduled to commence from 8th December to 12th December 2025, representing a significant step towards enhancing the Mildmay Library facilities.

This tender opens opportunities for businesses in the architectural design and library equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in library furniture and refurbishment works. Given the project's sub-threshold status and limited competition procurement method, small to medium-sized enterprises, similar to the awarded supplier FG Library Products Limited, are well-suited to benefit from such projects. The project represents a substantial opportunity for businesses aiming to expand within the public sector, specifically in the realm of municipal facility enhancements. Businesses with expertise in designing and installing library spaces will find this an attractive venture to showcase their capabilities while contributing to local infrastructure improvements.

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Notice Title

2526-0002B Appointment of a Library Designer - Mildmay Library Refurbishment

Notice Description

Appointment of a Library Designer to design and install new library equipment at Mildmay Library.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a38d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060296-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

39155000 - Library furniture

45453000 - Overhaul and refurbishment work

71220000 - Architectural design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,841 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Sep 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
8 Dec 2025 - 12 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
supply.assurance@islington.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
N1 2UD
Post Town
North London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI43 Haringey and Islington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Islington
Electoral Ward
St Mary's & St James'
Westminster Constituency
Islington South and Finsbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FG LIBRARY PRODUCTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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