--- title: "CBC-1286-T-CE RFID Supply Installation and Maintenance CBC Libraries" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f658e256-1d4c-45b2-8fc1-97f08402e233" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f658e256-1d4c-45b2-8fc1-97f08402e233" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f658e256-1d4c-45b2-8fc1-97f08402e233.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f658e256-1d4c-45b2-8fc1-97f08402e233.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2021-11-04" --- # CBC-1286-T-CE RFID Supply Installation and Maintenance CBC Libraries Buyer: CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f658e256-1d4c-45b2-8fc1-97f08402e233 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f658e256-1d4c-45b2-8fc1-97f08402e233) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f658e256-1d4c-45b2-8fc1-97f08402e233.json) ## Summary The Central Bedfordshire Council is currently conducting a tender process for the supply, installation, and maintenance of RFID equipment at libraries. The project, titled "CBC-1286-T-CE RFID Supply Installation and Maintenance CBC Libraries," aims to replace end-of-life RFID systems and expand services with additional tablet-based devices. The procurement, classified under library equipment, will take place across 12 libraries, with a project commencement targeted before the end of March 2022. Interested bidders must submit their proposals electronically by 12:00 noon on 6th December 2021, via the In-tend tendering system, and can address queries until 1st December 2021. The contract duration is set for an initial five years, with the possibility of a three-year extension at the Council's discretion. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for firms specialising in library automation, RFID technology, and related services. Companies that can demonstrate prior expertise in large-scale equipment installations and maintenance, especially those familiar with library systems, will find this contract particularly relevant. Businesses providing innovative technological solutions tailored for library environments are encouraged to participate, as they may benefit substantially from engaging with Central Bedfordshire Council, a key public sector entity. ## Notice Central Bedfordshire Council Library Service (hereafter the Library Service) is inviting tenders for the supply, installation, and maintenance for the replacement of our end-of-life RFID equipment (Lot 1) and to expand our offer by providing additional RFID equipment via small form/Tablet based devices (Lot 2). Lot 1 is all your standard RFID equipment: Large Form RFID Kiosks and associated furniture; Security Gates; Shelf Scanners; Staff Pads. Lot 2 is for small form RFID Devices (Must be Tablets). The Library Service is seeking to install/replace RFID Technologies in 12 libraries, and commence this project before the end of March 2022. This will include the installation of self-service RFID terminals (large and small form), provision of integrated return bins (if possible), replacement or new security gates where required, staff training etc. The Library Service also wishes to automate stock management and audit procedures by the replacement of our hand-held shelf scanners. Completed Tenders and attachments should be submitted electronically, by the due date via our "In-tend" electronic tendering system. Tenders must be uploaded via the "My Return" section of the system. Tenders submitted through the correspondence facility will not be considered. Your Tender must be submitted via the In-tend system by no later than 12:00 noon on Friday, 6th December 2021. Tenders received after that time will be excluded. Help and Support - The Council will provide as much support and information as it can to help guide you through the Tender process. Questions asked together with the response, will be made available to all tenderers to ensure a fair and consistent approach to all. If there is anything you are not sure of or need clarification on, please send a correspondence using the 'In-tend' portal tendering system. Last date for receiving questions on the In-Tend system closes at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, 1st December 2021 The contract is for an initial period of five years with an option to extend, at Central Bedfordshire Council's sole discretion, for a further three years in one yearly increments. Additional information: Prospective contractors must be able to demonstrate previous experience of similar work and be prepared to provide references. To express an interest, please log in or register on our electronic tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire in order to view the necessary tendering documents and respond accordingly. 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Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a5501b4-36d7-4ca2-82eb-59173680b5ff | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 6 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 7 Feb 2022 - 6 Feb 2027 | | 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 | CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | SHEFFORD | | Post town | Stevenage | | Postcode | SG17 5TQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH25 Central Bedfordshire | | Local authority | Central Bedfordshire | | Electoral ward | Shefford | | Westminster constituency | Hitchin | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 30238000 - Library automation equipment - 39155100 - Library equipment - 48160000 - Library software package ## Release History - 4 Nov 2021 at 14:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a5501b4-36d7-4ca2-82eb-59173680b5ff - 4 Nov 2021 at 14:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a5501b4-36d7-4ca2-82eb-59173680b5ff - 4 Nov 2021 at 14:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a5501b4-36d7-4ca2-82eb-59173680b5ff - 4 Nov 2021 at 14:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a5501b4-36d7-4ca2-82eb-59173680b5ff - 4 Nov 2021 at 13:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a5501b4-36d7-4ca2-82eb-59173680b5ff ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a5501b4-36d7-4ca2-82eb-59173680b5ff 4th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/centralbedfordshire ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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