---
title: "RFI - map scanner replacement - large format flat-bed system"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-036707"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND"
published: "2022-09-08"
---

# RFI - map scanner replacement - large format flat-bed system

Buyer: NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-036707

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## Summary

The National Library of Scotland is planning a procurement exercise for a large format flat-bed digitisation system that will digitise large single sheet materials as part of a multi-year digitisation programme. The procurement stage is at the planning phase. Interested parties must submit their responses by 12 noon on 30th September 2022. The procurement falls under the goods category with an estimated value of £80,000 GBP. The contracting authority, the National Library of Scotland, is located in Edinburgh, UK.

This tender opportunity by the National Library of Scotland for a large format flat-bed digitisation system presents a chance for businesses involved in the technology and scanning industry to showcase their products and services. Companies offering scanners and related equipment would be well-suited to compete in this tender as the Library seeks feedback to determine best practices in fulfilling its digitisation requirements. By participating in this tender, businesses can engage with the Library to potentially establish long-term commercial relationships and provide innovative solutions to support the digitisation programme.

## Notice

The National Library of Scotland ("the Library") is planning a procurement exercise for a large format flat-bed digitisation system that will digitise large single sheet materials as part of multi-year digitisation programme. At this point the Library is seeking feedback from the industry to determine best practice in providing the appropriate product to deliver on the Library's requirements. Further information is available in the additional document.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Library of Scotland ("the Library") is planning a procurement exercise for a large format flat-bed digitisation system that will digitise large single sheet materials as part of multi-year digitisation programme. At this point the Library is seeking feedback from the industry to determine best practice in providing the appropriate product to deliver on the Library's requirements. The Library requires to demonstrate not only commercial "Best Value", but also acknowledge the importance for structured, open and positive working relationships that will deliver a positive experience for all involved in the digitisation programme. Full description available in additional documents. Additional information: n/a

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025270-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Sep 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Nov 2022 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL LIBRARY 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 30124520 - Scanner document feeders
- 38520000 - Scanners

## Release History

- 8 Sep 2022 at 14:47 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025270-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nls.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000706324
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=706324
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11622

## Provenance

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