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title: "RFID Self-Service Kiosks for Worcestershire Libraries"
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# RFID Self-Service Kiosks for Worcestershire Libraries

Buyer: WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8d7cf5c9-41cb-4dd4-adf7-fe0dc46132aa

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Worcestershire County Council as the buying organisation, seeking bids for the provision and support of RFID-enabled self-service kiosks for libraries, titled "RFID Self-Service Kiosks for Worcestershire Libraries." This falls under the hardware industry category and is located in Worcestershire, United Kingdom. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, having been published on 30th August 2019, with a submission deadline of 6th September 2019. The procurement method employed is an open procedure below the threshold, with a contract duration starting from 20th September 2019 to 19th September 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for manufacturers of self-service library systems, particularly those specialising in RFID technology. Businesses directly involved in the production of kiosks are encouraged to apply, as the buyer explicitly states that contracts will only be awarded to the manufacturers and no intermediaries will be entertained. The competition could benefit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have relevant capabilities and experience in delivering such technological solutions to enhance library services across a network of 21 libraries in the county.

## Notice

Provision and support of RFID-enabled self-service kiosks to enable Worcestershire Library users to check out and return books without library staff intervention. Payment terminals (cash, and cash with card) will be required for some kiosks. PLEASE NOTE THAT CONTRACTS WILL ONLY BE AWARDED DIRECTLY TO THE MANUFACTURER OF THE KIOSKS THEMSELVES; PLEASE NO INTERMEDIARIES. There are 21 libraries across the County. There is also a library which is a joint venture between Worcestershire County Council and the University of Worcester. Two options are required: 1) Excluding The Hive: 28 kiosks - 1 basic, 7 credit card and 20 cash 2) Including The Hive: 32 Kiosks - 1 basic, 10 credit card, 21 cash Additional information: PLEASE NOTE THAT CONTRACTS WILL ONLY BE AWARDED DIRECTLY TO THE MANUFACTURER OF THE SYSTEMS; PLEASE NO INTERMEDIARIES Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cc4bc1a-e0ca-421e-a9c9-b0befc774f0b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Sep 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2019 - 19 Sep 2020 |
| 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 | WORCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WORCESTERSHIRE |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR5 2NP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | Nunnery |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44316400 - Hardware

## Release History

- 30 Aug 2019 at 10:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cc4bc1a-e0ca-421e-a9c9-b0befc774f0b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cc4bc1a-e0ca-421e-a9c9-b0befc774f0b
  30th August 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/worcestershire/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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