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Bespoke Archival boxes to store collections

BRITISH LIBRARY BOARD

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04 Jun 2026 at 08:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Library Board, a central government public authority located in London, has completed the procurement process for bespoke archival boxes to store collections, adhering to conservation requirements. The title of the tender was "Bespoke Archival boxes to store collections," and the procurement was conducted through a direct method below the threshold without competition. The procurement was classed under the 'goods' category and related to file storage boxes, as specified by CPV code 30193700. The contract process reached the award stage on 29th May 2026 and is scheduled to conclude on 13th July 2026. The supplier awarded is Conservation by Design Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Bedford, United Kingdom.

This contract presents a specific but valuable opportunity for businesses in the archival materials or conservation supplies sector, especially those capable of producing bespoke solutions. SMEs focusing on custom manufacturing and supplying organisational or preservation solutions stand a good chance of success in similar procurements. Such contracts can lead toward business growth by fostering partnerships with major public institutions such as the British Library and enhancing portfolios with prestigious projects. Engaging with contracts like this could also offer long-term security and credibility within the industry, opening doors to further tender opportunities across the governmental and cultural sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bespoke Archival boxes to store collections

Notice Description

Bespoke Archival folders to store collections meeting British Library conservation requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06acfe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052583-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

30193700 - File storage box

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£24,101 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 May 20266 days ago
Contract Period
28 May 2026 - 13 Jul 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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

CONSERVATION BY DESIGN

Further Information

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