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title: "Library Management and Discovery Tool"
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# Library Management and Discovery Tool

Buyer: LIVERPOOL HOPE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-75349068-370d-42e8-ae0e-714cc45299c3

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Library Management and Discovery Tool" was conducted by Liverpool Hope University, located in Liverpool, England. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on library management systems (CPV code 48161000). The process was initiated with an open tender method and has advanced to the award stage, with an active status noted on 7th May 2018. The contract was awarded to Ex Libris (UK) Limited with a contract value of £310,928, effective from 8th May 2018 until 6th May 2023. The tender period concluded on 17th November 2017.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in library management systems and related technological solutions. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-placed to compete, given that the procurement process allows for their participation. Businesses with expertise in developing and implementing library software, support services, or integrated library solutions should consider engaging with Liverpool Hope University's ongoing needs in this area. This contract may also offer prospects for value-added services or innovative product tweaks that can cater to educational institutions.

## Notice

Library Management and Discovery Tool solution. Additional information: The University is conducting this procurement using its e-Tendering system 'In-tend'. To access the procurement documents you shall need to register your company (please note registration is free) by click on the following web address (or by pasting into your web browsing software): https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hope/aspx/Home Tender Reference: LHU - 00000077. Further information on using this system is available by clicking on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' tab.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7a7e99-1ddd-40e8-b539-cb2ed4e3e5a7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2018 |
| Contract period | 7 May 2018 - 6 May 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £310,928 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL HOPE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L16 9JD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | Childwall |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Wavertree |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EX LIBRIS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48161000 - Library management system

## Release History

- 25 May 2018 at 14:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7a7e99-1ddd-40e8-b539-cb2ed4e3e5a7
- 20 Oct 2017 at 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90abf00c-a3e3-4e27-83bd-90087328d663

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/aa7a7e99-1ddd-40e8-b539-cb2ed4e3e5a7
  25th May 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90abf00c-a3e3-4e27-83bd-90087328d663
  20th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/hope/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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