---
title: "002511 Non -Print Legal Deposit Publisher (NPLD) Portal"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e50f"
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published: "2025-02-20"
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# 002511 Non -Print Legal Deposit Publisher (NPLD) Portal

Buyer: BRITISH LIBRARY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e50f

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## Summary

The British Library is currently in the tender stage for the "002511 Non-Print Legal Deposit Publisher (NPLD) Portal" contract, classified under IT services including consulting, software development, Internet, and support. This procurement aims to establish a new platform for the Publisher Portal Service, ensuring it meets modern technological and security standards following a cyber-attack. The contract, worth £350,000 GBP, will cover services from 5th May 2025 to 31st December 2028, with a potential extension of up to two additional years. Interested parties need to submit their responses by 27th March 2025, at 12:00 PM, with bids expected to remain valid for 90 days. This open procedure is accessible to parties complying with the specified electronic submission terms and variant policy. The primary delivery location is the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in IT services, software development, and cybersecurity. Companies capable of deploying scalable technology solutions that align with stringent security requirements will find this contract well-suited to their capacities. Moreover, businesses operating in sectors such as consulting, internet services, and technical support stand to benefit by providing their innovative solutions and contributing to the British Library's and LDL partners' systems. The contract's duration and potential extension offer long-term engagement and stability for the winning bidder.

## Notice

Most NPLD content is provided by larger publishers through commercial supply chain channels and is accompanied by well-formed metadata. Following the cyber-attack, we are seeking a new platform to provide this Publisher Portal Service. This should utilise modern, scalable technology that meets the security needs of the British Library and our LDL partners.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Most NPLD content is provided by larger publishers through commercial supply chain channels and is accompanied by well-formed metadata. Following the cyber-attack, we are seeking a new platform to provide this Publisher Portal Service. This should utilise modern, scalable technology that meets the security needs of the British Library and our LDL partners. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/YW4SXU6XV3

Renewal: Maximum extension period 2 years taken contract end date to 31 December 2030 (if applicable)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006246-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 May 2025 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | £350,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH LIBRARY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW1 2DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | St Pancras & Somers Town |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 14:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006246-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.bipsolutions.com
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/YW4SXU6XV3
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-IT-services:-consulting%2C-software-development%2C-Internet-and-support./YW4SXU6XV3

## Provenance

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