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CBC-1965-W-26091-SM Library Hublets

CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL

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15 Apr 2026 at 13:14

Summary of the contracting process

Central Bedfordshire Council has completed a public procurement process for the provision of Library Hublets tablets, under contract number CBC-1965-W-26091-SM. The procurement was conducted through a direct award method, as it was below the threshold and executed without competition. The contract has been awarded to Lyngsoe Systems Ltd, a large supplier based in Long Bennington Business Park, United Kingdom. The contract covers the delivery of goods, specifically tablet computers, with the contract period spanning from 1st April 2026 to 1st April 2029. The procurement falls under the sub-central government category, highlighting the council’s efforts to enhance library services within the UKH25 region.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses in the technology sector specialising in library services and hardware provision, especially those capable of supplying tablet computers suitable for public use. Although the procurement was conducted through a direct method, similar future opportunities could cater to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative technological solutions for public libraries. Businesses focusing on educational technology and remote learning tools may find this sector conducive to growth, reflecting the ongoing demand for digital solutions that support community services.

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Notice Title

CBC-1965-W-26091-SM Library Hublets

Notice Description

Library Hublets tablets via a direct award

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06831f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034260-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

30213200 - Tablet computer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,628 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFORD
Postcode
SG17 5TQ
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH25 Central Bedfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Central Bedfordshire
Electoral Ward
Shefford
Westminster Constituency
Hitchin

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LYNGSOE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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