Tender

002635 Supply, Delivery, Installation and On Site Maintenance of Digitisation Studios Advanced Imaging (Multi Spectral) Photographic System

BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD

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07 Nov 2025 at 10:05

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Library Board invites tenders for the supply, delivery, installation, and on-site maintenance of an advanced imaging multispectral photographic system, as part of their digitisation studio refresh. Located in London and classified under central government, this procurement falls within the goods category, specifically for scanners. The tender process is open competition, with a tender period ending on 10th December 2025 and an enquiry period closing on 3rd December 2025. The total estimated contract value is £50,000, with the project ensuring compatibility with Windows 11 and better interfacing with existing software, enhancing efficiency and access to collections.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in imaging technology and photographic systems, particularly those experienced in multispectral systems. It offers a lucrative engagement for companies capable of meeting high-quality standards, as the contract award will be based on a 40% quality and 60% price weighting. Moreover, the procurement supports SMEs, inviting them to compete in this process, with the contract period scheduled to commence on 31st January 2026 and conclude by 30th January 2030. This initiative aligns with strategic growth for businesses providing cutting-edge photographic equipment and related maintenance services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

002635 Supply, Delivery, Installation and On Site Maintenance of Digitisation Studios Advanced Imaging (Multi Spectral) Photographic System

Notice Description

The British Library's Digitisation Department is in the process of a studio refresh to enhance its digitisation capabilities and to ensure Windows 11 compatibility. This includes the acquisition of an ADVANCED IMAGING (MULTI_SPECTRAL) PHOTOGRAPHIC SYSTEM. These upgrades will ensure Windows 11 compatibility as well as improve the efficiency of the service offering, ensuring access to both the Library's and partner collections. This device must be interoperable with the existing software and on-site maintenance contracts To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=991937327

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dc69
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071890-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38520000 - Scanners

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jan 2026 - 30 Jan 2030 4-5 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 BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nikki.drydale@bl.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1937546146

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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