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title: "Library Services in Suffolk"
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buyer: "SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Library Services in Suffolk

Buyer: SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-35be5ccb-bf4f-4fe0-b0c8-562b18078207

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## Summary

The Suffolk County Council has initiated a tender process for the provision of Library Services in Suffolk. The contract, valued at £82,112,676 excluding VAT, will span 6 years from 1st June 2025 to 31st May 2031, with a possible extension of up to 6 years. The submission deadline for this tender is 7th August 2024 at 12 noon. The procurement method for this opportunity is an open procedure above the threshold. The main procurement category is services, and the industry classification is for library, archives, museums, and other cultural services. The contracting authority is the Suffolk County Council located in Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom.

This tender for Library Services in Suffolk presents a significant business opportunity for service providers looking to engage in the cultural services industry. Businesses involved in library services, archives, museums, and related cultural offerings would be well-suited to compete for this contract. With a substantial contract value over a long period and the potential for extension, successful bidders stand to gain stable revenue streams and opportunities for business growth by fulfilling the County Council's statutory requirements under the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964.

## Notice

Provision of library services in Suffolk from 45 static locations and community outreach to meet Suffolk County Council's statutory requirements under the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964. This includes responsibility for provision of strategy, buildings, staff, mobile library fleet, resources and information technology. The contract period will be for 6 years (1st June 2025 - 31st May 2031) with the option to extend for up to a further 6 years. The total contract value (including the extension period) is PS82,112,676 excluding VAT. The submission deadline is 7th August 2024 at 12noon. Additional information: Invitation to Tender documents can be accessed via www.suffolksourcing.uk. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/871555bf-07ee-4920-be83-39b1ae361ef6 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Jun 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2025 - 31 May 2037 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SUFFOLK COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | SUFFOLK |
| Post town | Ipswich |
| Postcode | IP1 2BX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH6 Suffolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH62 Ipswich |
| Local authority | Ipswich |
| Electoral ward | Gipping |
| Westminster constituency | Ipswich |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2024 at 13:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/871555bf-07ee-4920-be83-39b1ae361ef6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/871555bf-07ee-4920-be83-39b1ae361ef6
  11th June 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.suffolk.gov.uk/business/tenders-and-supplying-us
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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