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title: "24061 Further Competition under ESPO framework Library Hardware Solution 350_23 Lot 1 for the Provision of New Library self-service machines"
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# 24061 Further Competition under ESPO framework Library Hardware Solution 350_23 Lot 1 for the Provision of New Library self-service machines

Buyer: CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-878ca081-03ec-4e59-9705-0a3834cc0888

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## Summary

Cambridgeshire County Council has successfully awarded a contract for the provision of new library self-service machines, mark £219,842.35 for this purpose, to Bibliotheca Ltd. The procurement process falls under the CPV industry category of Library automation equipment and Library, archives, museums and other cultural services, targeting procurement needs in England, United Kingdom. The contract began on 21 April 2026 and is set to run until 20 April 2031. Initially, the tender process utilised a further competition method under the Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) framework, employing a selective, restricted procedure. The contract involves both the procurement and maintenance of thirty-five new machines, with the possibility of future expansion depending on funding availability.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, notably those specialising in library automation and cultural services, including SMEs and VCSEs. Companies well-versed in delivering flexible lifecycle solutions for self-service machinery stand to benefit, especially in providing ongoing maintenance and adaptation to new technological requirements. As the contract allows for additional expansions without exceeding the stated maximum value, businesses can anticipate steady and potentially increased demand. This could drive innovation in service delivery and foster long-term relationships with public sector clients.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking to procure a service that offers a suitable and flexible solution covering the whole life cycle of self-service machines service. Our goal is to obtain and maintain thirty-five (35) new machines and associated maintenance, and to allow for the supply, installation and maintenance of future machines where funding is secured during the term of this contract. The Authority would like to purchase additional self-service machines over and above the stated quantity if future funding and needs allow and the contract value does not exceed the maximum value as stated in tender documents This is a further competition using Eastern Shires Purchasing Organisation (ESPO) ref 350_23 Lot 1 Library RFID Solutions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbcf7fa2-09ad-4372-85ea-0210236f6a00 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Apr 2026 - 20 Apr 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £219,842 |
| 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 | CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HUNTINGDON |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE28 4YE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Huntingdonshire |
| Electoral ward | The Stukeleys |
| Westminster constituency | Huntingdon |
| 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 | BIBLIOTHECA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 30238000 - Library automation equipment
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 20 Apr 2026 at 10:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbcf7fa2-09ad-4372-85ea-0210236f6a00

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dbcf7fa2-09ad-4372-85ea-0210236f6a00
  20th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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