What is a library tender?

It is a public sector notice to run, supply or upgrade a library service, covering public, school, NHS and university libraries. This includes library management system contracts, book and digital content supply, and library refurbishment work.

Who buys library services and supplies?

Councils running public library branches are the main buyers, alongside NHS trusts and universities operating their own knowledge and library services. Schools and colleges also tender for library management systems and book supply.

What kind of library work is tendered?

Common categories include library management systems and software, book and digital content supply such as ebooks and audiobooks, library furniture and fit-out, and mobile library vehicles. RFID self-service kiosks and library refurbishment projects also appear.

How do I find open library tenders?

This page lists open library tenders and awarded contracts as they are published. Use the stage and date filters on this page to narrow results to what is currently live.

Library Tenders and Contracts

See open library tenders and awarded contracts for the UK public sector. This covers public library services, library management systems and software, book and digital content supply, library furniture and fit-out, and mobile library vehicles. Councils, NHS trusts and universities are the main buyers.

1,243 results

Stale Pre-tenderPublished 17 August 2021
Library distribution and courier services
London Borough of LewishamPostal and telecommunications services
Value not stated
Stale Pre-tenderPublished 13 August 2021
Equipment for New Dental School
University of BristolDental hand instrument
£3,000,000
Stale Pre-tenderPublished 13 August 2021
The Libraries Consortium Courier Services
London Borough of LewishamLibrary services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 3 September 2021Published 13 August 2021
Installation, Management, Maintenance & Support of Louth Library Service ICT Library Environment
Louth County CouncilTechnical computer support services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 13 August 2021Published 29 July 2021
Out of Hours Library Services
The University of KentLibrary services
Value not stated
Expired contract, expired 20 May 2026Published 27 July 2021
IT Service management tool
Leeds Trinity UniversitySupplier(s) Ivanti UK LtdIT services: consulting, software development, Internet and supportAwarded 28 May 2021
£40,087
Closed tender, closed 27 August 2021Published 26 July 2021
Library Management System
Hartlepool Borough CouncilLibrary management system
Value not stated
Expired contract, expired 31 October 2021Published 22 July 2021
GB-London: Library Assessment Strategy
Arts Council EnglandSupplier(s) Frankie Wilson ConsultingResearch consultancy servicesAwarded 8 July 2021
£32,170
Expired contract, expired 31 March 2022Published 20 July 2021
Analysis and Publication of UK Library Services and Performance
Department for Culture, Media & SportSupplier(s) CIPFA BusinessSubscription servicesAwarded 13 March 2021
£20,000
Closed tender, closed 9 August 2021Published 19 July 2021
Library Vehicle - Purchase of
Cheshire West and Chester Council
Value not stated
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Expired contract, expired 20 September 2023Published 19 July 2021
Supply of Mapping
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeSupplier(s) Geo-InnovationsDigital mapping servicesAwarded 24 August 2020
£45,000
Closed tender, closed 29 July 2021Published 9 July 2021
Static guard services at Arklow and Wicklow libraries
Wicklow County CouncilSecurity services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 16 August 2021Published 8 July 2021
CWC21031 Home Library Service
Wolverhampton City Council
£128,000
Closed tender, closed 9 August 2021Published 8 July 2021
Library Systems Replacement
University of DerbyLibrary management system
£500,000
Awarded contractPublished 6 July 2021
Provision of services to support the delivery of Creator/Maker in Residence Programme & the development of Maker Space(s) in Fingal Libraries
Fingal County CouncilSupplier(s) Make Create InnovateProvision of services to the communityAwarded 6 July 2021
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 2 August 2021Published 1 July 2021
Courier Services for Public Libraries in Nottinghamshire
Nottinghamshire County CouncilInternal office mail and messenger services
£580,000
Expired contract, expired 30 September 2024Published 1 July 2021
PC Booking and Print Management System for North Yorkshire Libraries
North Yorkshire CouncilSupplier(s) BYTES SOFTWARE SERVICES LIMITEDSoftware package and information systemsAwarded 1 July 2021
£71,000
Closed tender, closed 2 August 2021Published 1 July 2021
Courier Services for Public Libraries in Nottinghamshire
Nottinghamshire County CouncilInternal office mail and messenger services
£480,000
Stale Pre-tenderPublished 30 June 2021
Provision of Library Services Platform (LSP) Solution for De Montfort University
De Montfort UniversityLibrary management system
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 15 July 2021Published 28 June 2021
Static guard services at Arklow and Wicklow libraries
Wicklow County CouncilPublic security services
Value not stated

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about library services in the UK public sector.

What is a library tender?
It is a public sector notice to run, supply or upgrade a library service, covering public, school, NHS and university libraries. This includes library management system contracts, book and digital content supply, and library refurbishment work.
Who buys library services and supplies?
Councils running public library branches are the main buyers, alongside NHS trusts and universities operating their own knowledge and library services. Schools and colleges also tender for library management systems and book supply.
What kind of library work is tendered?
Common categories include library management systems and software, book and digital content supply such as ebooks and audiobooks, library furniture and fit-out, and mobile library vehicles. RFID self-service kiosks and library refurbishment projects also appear.
How do I find open library tenders?
This page lists open library tenders and awarded contracts as they are published. Use the stage and date filters on this page to narrow results to what is currently live.

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Library distribution and courier services

Equipment for New Dental School

The Libraries Consortium Courier Services

Installation, Management, Maintenance & Support of Louth Library Service ICT Library Environment

Out of Hours Library Services

IT Service management tool

Library Management System

GB-London: Library Assessment Strategy

Analysis and Publication of UK Library Services and Performance

Library Vehicle - Purchase of

Supply of Mapping

Static guard services at Arklow and Wicklow libraries

CWC21031 Home Library Service

Library Systems Replacement

Provision of services to support the delivery of Creator/Maker in Residence Programme & the development of Maker Space(s) in Fingal Libraries

Courier Services for Public Libraries in Nottinghamshire

PC Booking and Print Management System for North Yorkshire Libraries

Courier Services for Public Libraries in Nottinghamshire

Provision of Library Services Platform (LSP) Solution for De Montfort University

Static guard services at Arklow and Wicklow libraries

Frequently asked questions

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