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Planning

23 Apr 2020 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The National Library of Scotland, located in Edinburgh, is planning a procurement exercise for a large format digitisation system, as part of a newspaper digitisation project scheduled for 2020/21. This tender process is currently in the planning stage, and organisations are invited to provide feedback to inform the Library's procurement strategy. Interested parties should note that feedback must be submitted by 12 noon on 28th May 2020, with further communication anticipated on 1st July 2020. The procurement falls under the goods category and is classified as a Request for Information (RFI).

This opportunity is particularly suited for businesses involved in digital imaging, document scanning, and archival technology, as the Library seeks industry insights to ensure compatibility with their specific digitisation requirements. Companies that can offer innovative solutions or demonstrate best practices in large format digitisation will likely find this tender advantageous. Engaging in this early-stage planning process can help businesses position themselves effectively for future contract opportunities within public procurement.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

RFI - Large Format Digitisation System

Notice Description

The National Library of Scotland "the Library" is planning a procurement exercise for a large format digitisation system that will digitise large bound volumes and loose materials as part of an upcoming newspaper digitisation project in 2020/21. At this point the Library is seeking feedback from the industry to determine best practice in providing the appropriate product to deliver on the library's requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Library of Scotland "the Library" is planning a procurement exercise for a large format digitisation system that will digitise large bound volumes and loose materials as part of an upcoming newspaper digitisation project in 2020/21. At this point the Library is seeking feedback from the industry to determine best practice in providing the appropriate product to deliver on the library's requirements.. Further information will be provided in the additional documentation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000620356
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR385748
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

30124520 - Scanner document feeders

30216110 - Scanners for computer use

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
National Library of Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1EW
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Further Information

Notice Documents

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