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Upgrade of Norplan shelving system

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

12 Feb 2026 at 16:41

Award

25 Nov 2025 at 11:55

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde, located in Glasgow, has completed the procurement process for upgrading its existing Nordplan shelving system to the Bruynzeel Dynamic II shelving system. The procurement falls under the industry category of library automation equipment and was conducted using a limited procurement method, justified by the absence of competition due to technical reasons. Key dates include the official contract award notice published on 12 February 2026 and the contract signing date on 22 January 2026, with Bruynzeel Storage Systems Ltd, based in Burgess Hill, identified as the supplier. The project involves hardware and software upgrades to enhance the functionality and future-proof the shelving system, ensuring improved reliability and longevity.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses related to library equipment and automation technologies. Due to the proprietary nature of the Bruynzeel system, the process was awarded without prior publication of a call for competition, highlighting opportunities for businesses specialising in niche tech solutions or product-specific expertise. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) in the field of electronic library shelving systems might find strategic partnership potential with Bruynzeel Storage Systems Ltd, as the procurement relies heavily on the technical specifications that only they provide. This scenario underscores a potential market for businesses with capabilities for bespoke technological solutions in the education sector within Scotland.

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Notice Title

Upgrade of Norplan shelving system

Notice Description

The project will involve the upgrade of the University's existing Nordplan shelving system to Bruynzeel's Dynamic II shelving system using proprietary hardware and software. The required work will involve upgrading legacy Nordplan electronic items by upgrading the existing motors and control panels to provide an up to date operating system which will enable many future years of use. The upgrade will futureproof the system and improve reliability.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Contracting Authority has a requirement to upgrade its existing Nordplan shelving to Bruynzeel Dynamic II library shelving system. The upgrade will involve the University's existing Nordplan shelving system to Bruynzeel's Dynamic II shelving system, through the upgrade of legacy Nordplan electronic items by upgrading the existing motors and control panels for an up to date operating system which will enable many more years of use

Procurement Information

Use of the negotiated procedure without prior publication

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e833
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013145-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

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


CPV Codes

30238000 - Library automation equipment

39155100 - Library equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£167,727 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Peter Cameron
Contact Email
peter.cameron@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XQ
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BRUYNZEEL STORAGE SYSTEMS

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