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title: "Supply and servicing of library stock"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON"
published: "2019-12-30"
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# Supply and servicing of library stock

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fad847cd-e448-42ed-9b53-9ce3995bb0fd

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## Summary

The London Borough of Merton is seeking suppliers for the contract titled "Supply and servicing of library stock," which primarily involves the acquisition of library books under two distinct lots: Adult books and Children's books. The procurement process is in the Award stage, having been completed with a total contract value of £499,000. The contract period runs from 1 April 2020 to 31 March 2024, and the tender originally closed on 5 November 2019. The service falls within the library and information services industry, with the delivery to take place in London, United Kingdom.

This procurement opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in publishing, distributing, or supplying library materials. Companies that specialise in adult and children's books or related library services would find this tender particularly relevant to their capabilities. Engaging in such contracts not only enhances market presence but also fosters relationships with local authorities, which can lead to future opportunities within the public sector.

## Notice

Supply and servicing of library acquisitions comprising two lots: Lot A - Adult books Lot B - Children's books

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69bac361-5e3e-425f-abee-028d23cd2962 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £499,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £499,000 |
| 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 | LONDON BOROUGH OF MERTON |
| Locality | MORDEN |
| Post town | Sutton |
| Postcode | SM4 5DX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI6 Outer London - South |
| ITL 3 | TLI63 Merton, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton |
| Local authority | Merton |
| Electoral ward | Merton Park |
| Westminster constituency | Wimbledon |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASKEWS AND HOLTS LIBRARY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 30 Dec 2019 at 10:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69bac361-5e3e-425f-abee-028d23cd2962

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/69bac361-5e3e-425f-abee-028d23cd2962
  30th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=9b831e08-71d5-e911-80fa-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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