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title: "Cheshire Libraries: E-lending services"
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# Cheshire Libraries: E-lending services

Buyer: CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a9320aef-90e4-40b7-b37d-73b2d735bd15

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## Summary

Cheshire West and Chester Borough Council is currently inviting tenders for the provision of e-lending services for its libraries, encompassing e-books, e-audio, and e-magazines. This procurement is classified under the CPV code for library automation equipment and is functioning under an open procedure for the tender process. The tender was published on 23rd October 2020, with submissions due by 16th November 2020. The contract period will commence on 1st March 2021 and will run until 29th February 2024, covering locations across England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the library services and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in library management systems and services. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the contract is suitable for their involvement, enhancing prospects for business growth in the field of digital library solutions. Companies with expertise in e-content delivery systems and library automation technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract.

## Notice

Cheshire Libraries: E-lending services Lot 1: E-books Lot 2: E-audio Lot 3: E-magazines

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b2b78c8-3e34-4397-a757-b849deb61518 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Nov 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2021 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| 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 | CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | ELLESMERE PORT |
| Post town | Chester |
| Postcode | CH65 0BE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD6 Cheshire |
| ITL 3 | TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester |
| Local authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Electoral ward | Central & Grange |
| Westminster constituency | Ellesmere Port and Bromborough |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 30238000 - Library automation equipment
- 48161000 - Library management system
- 79995000 - Library management services
- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 23 Oct 2020 at 15:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b2b78c8-3e34-4397-a757-b849deb61518

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2b2b78c8-3e34-4397-a757-b849deb61518
  23rd October 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/

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