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title: "Transfer of Historic Collections from Blackpool Central Library"
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buyer: "BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL TRADING STANDARDS"
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# Transfer of Historic Collections from Blackpool Central Library

Buyer: BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL TRADING STANDARDS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9f992d99-6b37-486f-b0d3-0be09b4dec97

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## Summary

The public procurement process involves the Blackpool Borough Council Trading Standards as the buying organisation, looking to facilitate the "Transfer of Historic Collections from Blackpool Central Library." This procurement, classified under the cargo handling and storage services industry, was completed with a total contract value of £70,000. The procurement method employed was a Direct Award, with the contract period stated to commence on 25th October 2021 and conclude on 31st December 2022. The tender period ended on 22nd October 2021, and the project is based in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in specialised services related to handling and transferring historic collections. Companies with expertise in logistics, archival support, or cultural heritage management would be well-positioned to compete effectively. The project not only allows for a significant service contract but also fosters collaboration between local councils and specialised service providers, enhancing business growth within the industry.

## Notice

Specialist transfer of historic collections from Blackpool Central Library

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c87e7198-264e-4bab-9eba-f94964eb0641 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Direct Award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 24 Oct 2021 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £70,000 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL BOROUGH COUNCIL TRADING STANDARDS |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 1NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Talbot |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HARWELL TECHNICAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63100000 - Cargo handling and storage services

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2021 at 16:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c87e7198-264e-4bab-9eba-f94964eb0641

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c87e7198-264e-4bab-9eba-f94964eb0641
  3rd November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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