---
title: "Library Management System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000521336"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "STIRLING COUNCIL"
published: "2018-07-10"
---

# Library Management System

Buyer: STIRLING COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000521336

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## Summary

Stirling Council is currently engaged in the procurement process for a Library Management System, with a considerable emphasis on finding a suitable computer system to manage library operations effectively. The procurement is at the award stage, having concluded the open tender procedure. The contract is set to commence on 5th March 2018, initially for a period of three years, with the possibility of extension for an additional two years. Bids for this contract closed on 1st February 2018, and the contract has an estimated value of £89,784.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in library management systems, software solutions, and IT services. Companies that demonstrate experience in delivering hosted or managed browser-based services, as well as those able to provide secure and user-friendly platforms, would be particularly well-positioned to compete. Furthermore, businesses with proven track records in integrated systems for acquisitions, cataloguing, and stock management will find this tender aligns well with their offerings, promoting a chance to expand their reach within the public sector.

## Notice

There is a continued requirement for a Library Management computer system to control the circulation of items, acquisitions and the public catalogue. The current contract is coming to an end and the current system no longer meets the needs of the library. It is envisaged that the Contract will commence on 5th March for a period of 3 years. Stirling Council reserves the right to extend this contract for a further period of 1 year + 1 year making the maximum possible contract duration 5 years.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Stirling Council is looking to continue the provision of a Library Management Systems. (LMS) There is an aim to utilise the most appropriate procurement model which delivers a high quality, responsive and cost effective service. We require a provider of a hosted/managed browser based service which is accessible and user friendly. There should be integrated processes for acquisitions, cataloguing, circulation, public interfaces, offline processes, stock management and management information. The objective is to ensure a smooth and timely transition from the current LMS to a new system, with well-managed migration plans. The system should meet our users' current needs and have the potential for further development to keep up with future innovations. Please note that the Technical Specification will be included as a separate document and evaluated as part of the overall mini-competition.

Renewal: Stirling Council reserves the right to extend this contract for a further period of 1 year + 1 year making the maximum possible contract duration 5 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324733 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £89,784 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | STIRLING COUNCIL |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK8 2ET |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling West |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | TLM77 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SIRSI LIMITED (TRADING AS "SIRSIDYNIX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package
- 48161000 - Library management system

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324733
- 11 Jan 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN306142

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN306142&idx=1
  11th January 2018 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN306142&idx=2
  11th January 2018 - Technical Questionnaire
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN306142&idx=3
  11th January 2018 - ITT Document
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=JAN306142&idx=4
  11th January 2018 - ESPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN306142
  Library Management System - There is a continued requirement for a Library Management computer system to control the circulation of items, acquisitions and the public catalogue. The current contract is coming to an end and the current system no longer meets the needs of the library. It is envisaged that the Contract will commence on 5th March for a period of 3 years. Stirling Council reserves the right to extend this contract for a further period of 1 year + 1 year making the maximum possible contract duration 5 years.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL324733
  Library Management System - There is a continued requirement for a Library Management computer system to control the circulation of items, acquisitions and the public catalogue. The current contract is coming to an end and the current system no longer meets the needs of the library. It is envisaged that the Contract will commence on 5th March for a period of 3 years. Stirling Council reserves the right to extend this contract for a further period of 1 year + 1 year making the maximum possible contract duration 5 years.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.stirling.gov.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000521336

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