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title: "Sale Library - A Cultural Hub - Libraries Improvement Funding (LIF)"
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# Sale Library - A Cultural Hub - Libraries Improvement Funding (LIF)

Buyer: TRAFFORD COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-62c54b5a-c957-499f-aa39-0e591ad6a7f4

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## Summary

Trafford Council has concluded the procurement process for the project titled "Sale Library - A Cultural Hub - Libraries Improvement Funding (LIF)" within the services category, focusing on library furniture. The tender, issued under the framework agreement by Staffordshire County Council, closed on 22nd April 2025, and resulted in an award to Opening the Book Ltd, valued at £183,995. This contract, which commenced on 16th June 2025 and will conclude on 30th September 2025, involves the supply, delivery, and installation of furniture throughout England, United Kingdom. The procurement method for this tender was classified as "Other," indicating a tailored approach for this requirement.

This procurement presents substantial opportunities for SMEs (Small and Medium-sized Enterprises) specialised in manufacturing, supplying, or managing office and library furniture. Companies in these categories could find potential growth by delivering high-quality solutions for public infrastructure projects such as libraries and educational institutions. As Trafford Council frequently engages in such projects, rapid response capabilities and a reputation for reliability are beneficial characteristics for businesses intending to compete in future tenders.

## Notice

Call off Further Competition through Staffordshire County Council - Framework Agreement for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of Office Furniture for Corporate Buildings, Educational Furniture for Educational Establishments and Library Furniture- Lot 3 - Library Furniture.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/961cbfde-24ec-4bdf-bc6b-b11c75af0bb5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2025 - 30 Sep 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £184,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £183,995 |
| 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 | TRAFFORD COUNCIL |
| Locality | SALE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M33 7ZF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Sale Central |
| Westminster constituency | Wythenshawe and Sale East |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPENING THE BOOK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

## Release History

- 20 Jun 2025 at 11:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/961cbfde-24ec-4bdf-bc6b-b11c75af0bb5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/961cbfde-24ec-4bdf-bc6b-b11c75af0bb5
  20th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.trafford.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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