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title: "Koha Library Management System"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e28ad02c-93b2-4bdb-b809-1181d4c1a23e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES"
published: "2026-03-03"
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# Koha Library Management System

Buyer: THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e28ad02c-93b2-4bdb-b809-1181d4c1a23e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by The National Archives, based in Richmond, England, has reached the award stage for its "Koha Library Management System" contract, a library software package under industry category CPV 48160000. The contract, valued at £17,822.40, was awarded to Open Fifth Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) located in Bridport, Dorset. The selective procurement was conducted via a call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender period concluding on 27 February 2026. The contract will commence on 1 April 2026 and remain in effect until 31 March 2028, enabling efficient library management through a web-based application (SAAS).

This tender presents growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in library software solutions. The procurement method of calling off from a framework agreement typically suits companies that are already approved suppliers, providing them streamlined access to public contracts. Given the focus on library software and the buyer's interest in SMEs, businesses with expertise in software development and systems integration for libraries are particularly well-positioned to compete. This award marks active engagement in the digital transformation space within public sector organisations, potentially opening doors for further collaborations and contract opportunities.

## Notice

Koha Library Management System web based application (SAAS).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9e4711-91a1-4157-abe3-ebb0b79bb7ea |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £17,822 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £17,822 |
| 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 | THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES |
| Locality | RICHMOND |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW9 4DU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Kew |
| Westminster constituency | Richmond Park |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OPEN FIFTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 09:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9e4711-91a1-4157-abe3-ebb0b79bb7ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9e4711-91a1-4157-abe3-ebb0b79bb7ea
  3rd March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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