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title: "Supply of Archival Boxboard"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02dc02"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-01-14"
---

# Supply of Archival Boxboard

Buyer: NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02dc02

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the National Library of Scotland involves the "Supply of Archival Boxboard", focusing on the goods category. This tender is a collaborative effort with the National Records of Scotland, aiming to acquire archival boxboard to enhance their archival capabilities. The process adheres to the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015 and has seen the contract extended due to unforeseen circumstances. The primary location of delivery is the National Library of Scotland in Edinburgh, UK. As of January 2026, the procurement has progressed to contract updates and award notifications, with previous key milestones including the initial contract signing in January 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the handmade paper or paperboard industry, particularly those specialising in archival and conservation materials. Firms capable of supplying high-quality archival boxboard that meets ISO and BS standards and can integrate with existing box-making and die-cutting machinery will be well-positioned to benefit. SMEs like Conservation By Design Limited have already secured contracts under this tender, highlighting the accessibility for smaller enterprises. The open procurement method ensures transparency and competitiveness, providing a level playing field for potential suppliers seeking to establish or expand their presence within the public sector in the UK.

## Notice

The National Library of Scotland 'the Library' and National Records of Scotland 'NRS' both use KasemakeCAD box making machines for the production of archival boxes. The Library also uses a Global RBC70 die-cutting machine. Both organisations require a call-off contract for supply and delivery of archival boxboard and associated services as detailed in full below. This contract will replace the current contract that is due to end in January 2022.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Library of Scotland 'NLS' and the National Records of Scotland 'NRS' have extended the financial value of this contract by 20% in line with Regulation 72(1)(e) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The duration stipulated under section II.2.7 below is an estimate only, and the exact end date for the contract period covered by this modification will be driven by the maximum allowable financial spend during this period.

Renewal: The contract award will be for a minimum of two (2) years and may be extended year on year up to a maximum of four (4) by mutual agreement and subject to satisfactory performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002914-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jan 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | £160,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £160,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND |
| Additional buyers | NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1EW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Corstorphine/Murrayfield |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh West |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONSERVATION BY DESIGN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22992000 - Hand-made paper or paperboard
- 22993100 - Photosensitive paper or paperboard
- 22993200 - Heat-sensitive paper or paperboard
- 22993300 - Thermographic paper or paperboard
- 22993400 - Corrugated paper or paperboard

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 08:56 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002914-2026
- 20 Jan 2022 at 10:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001674-2022
- 1 Sep 2021 at 14:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021651-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nls.uk
- http://www.nrscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000665778
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000680263
- https://scotcourts.gov.uk/about-the-scottish-court-service/contact-us
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00474
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11622

## Provenance

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