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title: "Film Scanner and Digitisation System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a1ff"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND"
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# Film Scanner and Digitisation System

Buyer: NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a1ff

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## Summary

The National Library of Scotland is currently in the planning stage for a public procurement contract titled "Film Scanner and Digitisation System" under the industry category of "Imaging and archiving system" (CPV code 48329000). This contract involves the supply, delivery, installation, support, and maintenance of a film scanner to create digital copies of various film gauges. The procurement process is open, with demonstrations of solutions required, which may occur via site visits or online. The contract is expected to be installed and fully operational by 31 March 2027 at the Library's premises at Kelvin Hall in Glasgow. The communication regarding the future notice date is set for 15 July 2026, and the entire contract is valued at £100,000. The procurement is governed by the EU Directive 32014L0024 and is supported by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in imaging and archiving systems, specifically those with expertise in film scanning technologies. Firms with the capability to handle delicate film materials, including warped or brittle films with damaged perforations, are particularly suited for this opportunity. The requirement for synchronisation of optical and magnetic sound offers additional growth potential for businesses with expertise in comprehensive audio-visual solutions. This contract opens pathways for suppliers to demonstrate and expand their products and services within an established public institution, thereby offering visibility and potential future collaborations within the cultural heritage sector.

## Notice

The National Library of Scotland ('the Library') is looking for a suitably qualified, experienced and knowledgeable Supplier to supply, deliver, install, support and maintain a film scanner able to create digital copies of original films in 16mm, standard 8mm, super 8mm and 9.5mm film gauges. We also request an option for 35mm film gauges. The equipment must demonstrate the ability to be handle film gently, including where due to age and condition the film is warped, brittle, or where perforations are damaged. The system must be able to handle capture and synchronisation of optical and magnetic sound with film. It is anticipated that one (1) film scanner and supporting software and hardware as required will be purchased following successful award of the contract. The digitisation system will be operated at the Library's Kelvin Hall premises in Glasgow. The estimated data of publication of contract notice is indicative, and may be moved back.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Library will apply an open procurement which will include demonstrations of the Tenderers' proposed solutions. This may be done via site visits or online demonstrations, tbc by the Library at contract notice stage. The winning Tenderer's solution must be able to be installed and fully operational before 31 March 2027.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048173-2026 |
| 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 | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 14 Jul 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 48329000 - Imaging and archiving system
- 92100000 - Motion picture and video services

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 14:57 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048173-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nls.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000832737
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=832737
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11622

## Provenance

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