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title: "001186 Dual Page Book Capture System"
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buyer: "THE BRITISH LIBRARY"
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# 001186 Dual Page Book Capture System

Buyer: THE BRITISH LIBRARY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d4841219-5975-41c6-814f-90538322e791

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## Summary

The British Library is inviting tenders for the procurement of a dual page book capture system, essential for imaging heritage materials at high volumes. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically in the scanners industry, with a budget of £150,000. The active tender was published on 7 November 2018, and the deadline for submission is 7 December 2018. The successful bidder will be expected to deliver, install, and provide training within a month of supply, beginning a contract period that starts on 3 January 2019 and lasts until 28 February 2022. This tender is being conducted through an open procedure given its value exceeds the threshold for such processes.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in imaging technology, particularly those offering high-volume scanning solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the British Library is keen to foster competition among a diverse range of suppliers. This contract not only allows for expanded capabilities in document handling for potential vendors but also strengthens partnerships within the heritage sector, benefiting those with expertise in similar equipment and services.

## Notice

The British Library is looking to purchase one dual page book capture system, designed to image heritage bound material in high volume. The scanning system must output images to standards specified in this document. The system and software must be compatible with the British Library IT technical standards. The scanner must capture bound books of up to A2 in size and with spines 20-25cm in width. It should be able to output a minimum of 350 Tiff images in one full working day or 10,000 images a month. The offered package should include on-site installation, support, and hardware and software training within a month of supply. If you are interested in this opportunity please browse to https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk and click on the Current Opportunities and Notices link for further information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d3fbcc4-e5cf-48d3-93ca-7b744568fc64 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jan 2019 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| 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 | THE BRITISH LIBRARY |
| Locality | BOSTON SPA |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS23 7BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Wetherby |
| Westminster constituency | Wetherby and Easingwold |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38520000 - Scanners

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2018 at 14:27 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d3fbcc4-e5cf-48d3-93ca-7b744568fc64

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1d3fbcc4-e5cf-48d3-93ca-7b744568fc64
  7th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://bl.bravosolution.co.uk

## Provenance

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