--- title: "GB-LIVERPOOL: Book Sorter (Automatic Materials Handling) for Libraries" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6bdd5e9e-9b3f-4eff-8b67-0628db93da6f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6bdd5e9e-9b3f-4eff-8b67-0628db93da6f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6bdd5e9e-9b3f-4eff-8b67-0628db93da6f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6bdd5e9e-9b3f-4eff-8b67-0628db93da6f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL" published: "2018-04-19" --- # GB-LIVERPOOL: Book Sorter (Automatic Materials Handling) for Libraries Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6bdd5e9e-9b3f-4eff-8b67-0628db93da6f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6bdd5e9e-9b3f-4eff-8b67-0628db93da6f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6bdd5e9e-9b3f-4eff-8b67-0628db93da6f.json) ## Summary The University of Liverpool is seeking tenders for the supply of two RFID-only Automated Material Handling systems tailored for the Sydney Jones Library and Harold Cohen Library. This procurement, classified under the lifting and handling equipment category, is currently at the tender stage, with submissions due by 4th May 2018 at 12 noon. The overall contract value is between £100,000 and £500,000, with the contract expected to commence on 31st May 2018 and conclude by 31st August 2018. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the services will be delivered in the North West region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in library technology and automated systems. Businesses with experience in RFID technology, materials handling equipment, or library automation solutions would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement could pave the way for future collaborations with the University of Liverpool and similar institutions in the public sector. ## Notice The Library requires two RFID-only Automated Material Handling systems, each configured to the specific needs of the Sydney Jones Library and Harold Cohen Library. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.Please note the return date for the Tender is 04/05/2018 at 12 noon. THE DOCUMENTATION IS LOCATED ON THE FOLLOWING WEB SITE: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/liverpooluni Select 'Tenders' from the top menu bar, select 'current', then click 'view details' button. 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The University reserves the right not to enter in to any contract pursuant to this Notice and to withdraw from this procurement exercise at any time. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a90c54af-0a46-4c75-a735-947ecc82905d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Apr 2018 | | Submission deadline | 4 May 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 May 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £500,000 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL | | Locality | LIVERPOOL | | Post town | Liverpool | | Postcode | L69 7ZX | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside | | ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool | | Local authority | Liverpool | | Electoral ward | Brownlow Hill | | Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts ## Release History - 19 Apr 2018 at 10:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a90c54af-0a46-4c75-a735-947ecc82905d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a90c54af-0a46-4c75-a735-947ecc82905d 19th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=313674266 Please follow this link to view the notice. ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/liverpooluni ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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