---
title: "Award of contract for Library Access Barrier Upgrade - University of Aberdeen"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000828591"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN"
published: "2026-04-03"
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# Award of contract for Library Access Barrier Upgrade - University of Aberdeen

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000828591

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## Summary

The University of Aberdeen has completed the procurement process for the "Library Access Barrier Upgrade" project, awarding the contract on 3rd April 2026. The buying organisation, identified as a body governed by public law in the education sector, utilised an open procedure method for this procurement. The contract was awarded to SB Electronic Systems Limited, located in Harpenden, indicating a successful open procedure under a framework agreement for library equipment, software, and maintenance. The project is categorised under the CPV classification 39155100 for goods and services and is within the region of UKM5 in Aberdeen. The contract, valued at £94,970, is now active following its completion.

This procurement presents an opportunity for businesses involved in supplying library equipment, software, and maintenance services. The open procedure highlights the potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs like SB Electronic Systems Limited) to compete effectively by leveraging framework agreements. Potential suppliers in the education sector or those looking to expand their footprint in public procurement can consider similar opportunities within the UK's education market, particularly when targeting entities governed by public law. The procurement strategy focusing on transparency and competitiveness can foster business growth for companies prepared to meet specified criteria and offer innovative solutions in similar domains.

## Notice

Direct award using Framework Agreement for the Library Equipment, Software & Maintenance (Reference LIB1021 AP)

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Framework Agreement for the Library Equipment, Software & Maintenance (Reference LIB1021 AP)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553275 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £94,970 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN |
| Locality | ABERDEEN |
| Post town | Aberdeen |
| Postcode | AB24 3FX |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM50 Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire |
| Local authority | Aberdeen City |
| Electoral ward | Tillydrone/Seaton/Old Aberdeen |
| Westminster constituency | Aberdeen North |
| Delivery location | TLM5 North Eastern Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SB ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39155100 - Library equipment

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553275

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR553275
  Award of contract for Library Access Barrier Upgrade - University of Aberdeen - Direct award using Framework Agreement for the Library Equipment, Software & Maintenance (Reference LIB1021 AP)

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.abdn.ac.uk/procurement
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000828591

## Provenance

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