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002738 Registered Building Controller for BSR

BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD

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13 May 2026 at 14:17

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the British Library Board, located in London, was focused on acquiring services for a "Registered Building Controller for BSR", as part of the British Library Boston Spa renewed Project. With a main procurement category of services, this contract has been awarded to Bureau Veritas UK Limited. The contract, valued at £34,750, was signed on 7th May 2026 and commenced on 8th May 2026, with an end date set for 31st October 2026. Classified under building construction work and building services consultancy services, this procurement falls under the industry category of construction and consultancy services, highlighting its significance for businesses within these sectors. The procurement method used was below the threshold, with details recorded under the legal basis of the 2023/54 UK legislation. The award status is marked as active, with the tender process now complete.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in building construction and services consultancy to expand their portfolios and demonstrate their expertise in servicing large public authority projects. Given the involvement of a significant public institution such as the British Library and the specialised nature of the services required, companies with a strong track record in complex construction and consultancy projects are well-positioned to succeed in similar procurements. Engaging with such projects not only enhances a company's profile but also opens doors to future opportunities within central government contracts and public authority projects. The thriving construction and consultancy sectors in the United Kingdom provide a fertile ground for growth through participation in such tenders.

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Notice Title

002738 Registered Building Controller for BSR

Notice Description

Registered building controller for the British Library Boston Spa renewed Project

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0697f4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044025-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

71315210 - Building services consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£34,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
7 May 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BUREAU VERITAS

Further Information

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