Planning

Archival Boxboard

NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND

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Planning

24 Feb 2026 at 10:16

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Library of Scotland and the National Records of Scotland are planning to jointly procure a contract for the supply and delivery of archival boxboard, specified under the CPV classification for hand-made paper or paperboard. This procurement is in the planning stage, with an expected tender closing date of early May 2026, allowing for sample materials to be delivered in Edinburgh to meet the evaluation criteria. The project aims to replace the current contract, set to end in summer 2026, and will ensure compliance with ISO and BS standards for archival storage. The contract is expected to run for an initial period of two years, with optional extensions, and has an estimated annual spend averaging £80,000 per annum.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of specialised paper products, particularly those capable of meeting the stringent requirements for archival preservation materials. Companies with expertise in manufacturing and delivering archival quality boxboards and associated services can leverage this contract to grow their business, serving two prestigious Scottish institutions. The procurement also demands the ability to supply sample materials and work collaboratively with these organisations' existing equipment, such as KasemakeCAD and Global RBC70 die-cutting machines, highlighting an opportunity for businesses with complementary technical capabilities. The evaluation process is a joint effort by both buyers, ensuring a collaborative approach in selecting suppliers, fostering long-term partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Archival Boxboard

Notice Description

The National Library of Scotland and the National Records of Scotland jointly require a contract for the supply and delivery of archival boxboard of a range of sizes and weights, to be folded at the organisations' premises using KasemakeCAD box making machines. The boxes will be used to house collection materials, protecting them from fluctuations in temperature and relative humidity, exposure to light and dust, handling damage and the accidental release of water. All storage and archival work undertaken by the Organisations is carried out in compliance with ISO 16245:2009 Information and documentation - Boxes, file covers and other enclosures, made from cellulosic materials, for storage of paper and parchment documents; and BS 4971:2017 Conservation and care of archive and library collections.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Library of Scotland and National Records of Scotland wish to jointly procure a contract for the supply and delivery of archival boxboard and associated services (e.g. uplift of off-cuts and pallets). This contract will replace the current contract that is due to end in summer 2026. Lead tenderer is the National Library. Tender evaluation will be carried out jointly between both organisations. Please note that sample materials will be required as part of the tender evaluation process. These must arrive at the identified premises (in Edinburgh) no later than the tender closing date which is expected to be early May 2026. Both organisations use KasemakeCAD box making machines for the production of archival boxes. The Library also uses a Global RBC70 die-cutting machine. The contract is expected to run for an initial 2 years, with 2x 24 months optional extensions depending on performance and requirement. It is anticipated that the joint spend under this contract averages 80,000 GBP per annum. However, this may change depending on institutional need.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065ac0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016355-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22992000 - Hand-made paper or paperboard

22993100 - Photosensitive paper or paperboard

22993200 - Heat-sensitive paper or paperboard

22993300 - Thermographic paper or paperboard

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£480,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Mar 20265 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND
Additional Buyers

NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1EW
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

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