---
title: "Library Management System"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-155752"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-155752"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-155752.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-155752.json"
source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES"
published: "2025-09-16"
---

# Library Management System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-155752

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## Summary

The University of South Wales recently awarded a contract for the procurement of a Library Management System, a service essential for supporting academic needs through efficient resource management. Located in Pontypridd, the University conducted a formal procurement exercise ending with the award on 31st August 2025. The procurement process, categorized under "services" and CPV classification "Software package and information systems," marks the award phase in the procurement lifecycle. The tender aimed at acquiring a reading list management solution to enhance the University’s digital infrastructure and support high-quality student experience.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the field of software development, particularly those specialising in educational technology and library management systems. The procurement required a compliant and fit-for-purpose solution, making it ideal for businesses capable of delivering robust educational software. Talis Education, a notable supplier from London, was successfully contracted, demonstrating the scope for similar firms aiming to expand their market presence in the academic sector and support educational institutions in their digital transformation efforts.

## Notice

Academic libraries play a primary role in supporting teaching, learning, and research by giving access to core reading materials. As part of this, the University maintains systems that enable academic staff to curate and share resource lists, and that allow the library to manage acquisitions, licensing, and access to digital and physical content effectively.To continue delivering this service efficiently and in line with evolving academic needs, a formal procurement exercise was required to secure a compliant, fit-for-purpose reading list management solution. The procurement supports the University's commitment to providing a high-quality, accessible student experience and ensuring its digital infrastructure remains aligned with strategic objectives.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=155752 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £147,469 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES |
| Locality | PONTYPRIDD |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF37 1DL |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend |
| Local authority | Rhondda Cynon Taf |
| Electoral ward | Treforest |
| Westminster constituency | Pontypridd |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TALIS EDUCATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2025 at 08:59 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=155752

## Notice URLs

- https://www.talis.com

## Provenance

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