Tender

Display cases at The National Library of Wales

THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Library of Wales, located in Ceredigion, Aberystwyth, has announced a tender for the provision of display cases. This tender falls under the goods category, with a focus on library furniture, display units, and exhibition equipment. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with the procurement method being open. Key dates include the submission deadline on 10th December 2025 by 12:00 PM and the award announcement expected by 12th December 2025. The installation at the Library's site must be completed on or before 31st March 2026.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of high-quality display cases and related exhibition products. Companies with experience in producing bespoke display solutions, particularly for prestigious cultural or heritage institutions, would be well-suited to compete. The scope includes design, delivery, build, and installation, making this contract ideal for firms capable of offering comprehensive services in alignment with the Library's detailed specifications.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Display cases at The National Library of Wales

Notice Description

Display case specificationx6 desktop / table display cases:Dimensions: Approx height (over all )1000 x Width 1200 x Depth 600mmGlazing: 11.5mm anti bandit laminated glass conforming to BS EN: 356 P4A(BS5544). Bottom back hinged glazed topLocks: At least 1 (2 desirable) concealed abloy locksPlinth: colour (TBC but existing cases are RAL 7005)Lighting: LED lighting gantry at rearEnvironmental: Passive humidity control with an air exchange rate of 0.1Dress board: 18mm ZF-MDF Dacrylate sealed & fabric wrapped. Dress panel colour Baumann Ultra V (colour TBC)X1 double tall demountable display caseX1 single tall demountable display caseDimensions: Approx height 2100 (over all) x Width 900 x Depth 900mm per unitGlazing: TBC. Side hinged doorLocks: 2 abloy locksPlinth: colour (TBC but existing cases are RAL 7005)Lighting: LED lighting solid topEnvironmental: Passive humidity control with an air exchange rate of 0.1Hanging system: Stainless steel rods and glass shelving (x2 glass shelves per unit)Dress board: 18mm ZF-MDF Dacrylate sealed & fabric wrapped. Dress panel colour Baumann Ultra V (colour TBC)Include delivery, build and installation on site (cleaning, commissioning and training) at The National Library of Wales, Aberystwyth SY233BU on or before 31st March 2026.Display cases should match with the style and specification of existing cases e.g TESS demountable & Prism 7NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the Sell2Wales Web Site at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=158701.The buyer has indicated that it will accept electronic responses to this notice via the Postbox facility. A user guide is available at https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/sitehelp/help_guides.aspx.Suppliers are advised to allow adequate time for uploading documents and to dispatch the electronic response well in advance of the closing time to avoid any last minute problems. (WA Ref:158701)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-158701
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=158701
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39133000 - Display units

39154000 - Exhibition equipment

39155000 - Library furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20256 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 20255 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES
Contact Name
Jaimie Thomas
Contact Email
Not specified
Contact Phone
+44 1970632800

Buyer Location

Locality
CEREDIGION
Postcode
SY23 3BU
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL41 Mid Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Ceredigion
Electoral Ward
Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais
Westminster Constituency
Ceredigion Preseli

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