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title: "Self-Service RFID Kiosks for Somerset Library Service (SLS)"
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# Self-Service RFID Kiosks for Somerset Library Service (SLS)

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-22522f76-d085-4d04-a0d1-dbd27519c852

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Somerset Council for the purchase of Self-Service RFID Kiosks for the Somerset Library Service has reached the award stage, with Bibliotheca named as the supplier. The contract, valued at £140,000, focuses on upgrading library equipment to incorporate next-generation functionality. The procurement falls under the works category and will be effective from 1st December 2025 to 30th November 2032. Key locations include the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and various global destinations, ensuring widespread availability of the new kiosks. The tender process concluded on 21st July 2025.

This tender provides an excellent opportunity for companies specializing in library equipment and technological upgrades to showcase their solutions and capabilities. Businesses in this field can leverage the contract to strengthen their market presence and establish long-term relationships with local authorities such as Somerset Council. While the procurement method details are not specified, suppliers with expertise in library services and innovative kiosk technologies are well-suited to compete in similar tenders, as the requirement suggests sophisticated feature integration and modern technical solutions.

## Notice

Self-service RFID Kiosks (Kiosks) for the Somerset Libraries (SL) the refresh has been commissioned due to the age of the existing kiosks (8 years) and the requirement for SL to have next-generation functionality and features incorporated through new kiosks

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb1ec3d0-da43-4041-8c11-38f4190017aa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2032 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BIBLIOTHECA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 39155100 - Library equipment

## Release History

- 16 Dec 2025 at 10:21 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb1ec3d0-da43-4041-8c11-38f4190017aa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eb1ec3d0-da43-4041-8c11-38f4190017aa
  16th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- http://ContractFinder
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## Notice URLs

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## Provenance

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