---
title: "Supply and installation of Book Scanners for library digitisation project"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-145588"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-145588.json"
source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES"
published: "2024-11-21"
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# Supply and installation of Book Scanners for library digitisation project

Buyer: THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-145588

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## Summary

The National Library of Wales, located in Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, has completed the procurement process for the supply and installation of book scanners for their library digitisation project. This procurement process, initiated as a tender and reaching the award stage on 21st November 2024, falls under the "goods" category, specifically focusing on office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies. The awarded contract, following an open procurement method, was signed on 21st November 2024, with Lensart Limited, based in Swindon, selected as the successful supplier. The project includes the delivery, installation, and commissioning of high-quality book scanning equipment on-site at the National Library of Wales and a support contract for at least three years.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for firms specialising in digital imaging, scanners, and library automation equipment. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in providing high-quality book scanning solutions can benefit from such contracts, enhancing their portfolio and market presence. Companies with expertise in offering robust after-sales support and maintenance could also be well-positioned to compete in similar tenders. The inclusion of delivering, commissioning, and maintaining complex equipment for national institutions further underscores the importance of comprehensive service offerings in winning such contracts.

## Notice

The National Library of Wales is seeking to replace its existing book scanning systems with new high quality equipment.The book scanning equipment should be capable of capturing images in full colour up to A2 size at a minimum of 400ppi. It should be equipped with a cantilever book cradle capable of supporting a bound volume to open to 180 degrees.The equipment needs to be delivered and commissioned on-site at the NLW building in Aberystwyth and have a support contract for at least 3 years from installation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145588 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE NATIONAL LIBRARY OF WALES |
| Locality | CEREDIGION |
| Post town | Shrewsbury |
| Postcode | SY23 3BU |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL4 Mid and South West Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL41 Mid Wales |
| Local authority | Ceredigion |
| Electoral ward | Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais |
| Westminster constituency | Ceredigion Preseli |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LENSART |

## 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

- 30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 30124500 - Scanner accessories
- 30200000 - Computer equipment and supplies
- 30216110 - Scanners for computer use
- 30230000 - Computer-related equipment
- 30238000 - Library automation equipment
- 38520000 - Scanners
- 38651000 - Cameras
- 38651600 - Digital cameras

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2024 at 17:01 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145588
- 25 Oct 2024 at 15:30 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=145588

## Documents

- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=OCT493645&idx=1
  25th October 2024 - Specification
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/Notice/Download/DocumentDownload.aspx?id=OCT493645&idx=2
  25th October 2024 - Terms and Conditions

## Notice URLs

- http://www.Book2net.uk
- http://www.llgc.org.uk
- http://www.sell2wales.gov.wales

## Provenance

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