---
title: "Library of Things project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06035f"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-01-12"
---

# Library of Things project

Buyer: GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06035f

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## Summary

Gloucestershire County Council has recently completed a procurement process for their "Library of Things project," a community initiative focused on establishing and maintaining Library of Things locations in Gloucester. This initiative falls under the "services" main procurement category, specifically addressing community, social, and personal services. The procurement method for this project was limited competition, conducted below the threshold. The contract was signed on 9 January 2026, with the work officially starting on 19 January 2026. The contract runs until 31 March 2028, with a gross value of £45,000. The supplier awarded for this project is Vision 21, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Cheltenham. This project may be of particular interest to businesses operating in the community services sector in the UKK13 region.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses striving to engage with public sector projects, especially those involved in community and social services. Companies specialising in project management, supply chain efficiency, or community engagement can potentially find growth opportunities by replicating such models or by partnering with awarded entities like Vision 21. Small to medium enterprises with innovative solutions for community-driven projects will find similar procurement processes conducive to expanding their portfolio and strengthening ties with local government bodies. With public authorities increasingly outsourcing service-based projects, there is a robust market for inventive approaches that meet community needs while ensuring sustainability and operational efficiency.

## Notice

Establish 2 new Library of Things in the first year and maintain the smooth running of up to 3 Library of Things in the second year

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002106-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 19 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £37,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GLOUCESTERSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | GLOUCESTER |
| Post town | Gloucester |
| Postcode | GL1 2TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK73 Gloucestershire CC |
| Local authority | Gloucester |
| Electoral ward | Westgate |
| Westminster constituency | Gloucester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VISION 21 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 12 Jan 2026 at 09:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002106-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002106-2026
  12th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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