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Renewal of collectionHQ Library Analytics and Stock Management Service

NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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08 Apr 2026 at 07:43

Summary of the contracting process

North Tyneside Borough Council, a public authority operating as a sub-central government entity in the UK, has completed a procurement process titled "Renewal of collectionHQ Library Analytics and Stock Management Service." This procurement falls under the services industry category, with a specific focus on library services. The procurement follows a direct procurement method categorized as below-threshold, executed without competition. This process was concluded with the award pending as of 8th April 2026, and the contract is set to commence on 29th April 2026, extending until 28th April 2029. The contract value is reported at £44,716.80 gross, with an amount of £37,264.00, highlighting its below-threshold status. The collectionHQ service will be delivered in the UKC22 region.

This procurement provides an opportunity for businesses, particularly SMEs, specialising in library analytics and stock management services. Being awarded without competition, it suggests potential future opportunities for businesses offering unique or niche services in this sector. The Evidence Based Stock Management (EBSM) methodology required by the council uses real borrowing and usage data to inform decisions, indicating that businesses with expertise in data analytics and library management might find this area suitable for expansion and growth.

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Notice Title

Renewal of collectionHQ Library Analytics and Stock Management Service

Notice Description

North Tyneside Council requires the renewal of the collectionHQ Library Analytics and Stock Management Service. The Authority requires the continuation of the methodology called Evidence Based Stock Management (EBSM), which uses real borrowing and usage data to guide decisions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067d71
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031697-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK5 - Transparency Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£37,264 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Apr 2026 - 28 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH TYNESIDE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTH TYNESIDE
Postcode
NE27 0BY
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
North Tyneside
Electoral Ward
Shiremoor
Westminster Constituency
Cramlington and Killingworth

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COLLECTIONHQ

Further Information

Notice Documents

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