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 26 June 2017
Library management system
Oxford Brookes UniversityLibrary automation equipment
Value not stated
Expired contract, expired 31 July 2020Published 26 June 2017
University of Sunderland - Library Management Solution - Issue 2 - AWARD
University of SunderlandSupplier(s) Capita Business Services LtdLibrary software packageAwarded 12 June 2017
Value not stated
Stale Pre-tenderPublished 26 June 2017
Library management system
Oxford Brookes UniversityLibrary management system
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 25 August 2017Published 23 June 2017
Request for information for Storage Requirements for Heritage and Library Services
City of Doncaster CouncilStorage and warehousing services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 23 June 2017Published 2 June 2017
P0398 - Sutton Coldfield Library - Concessionaire Opportunity - Market Sounding Exercise
Birmingham City CouncilMiscellaneous business and business-related services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 18 June 2017Published 31 May 2017
Provision of Topographical & Geotechnical Consultancy Services Sherwood Lane Worcester
Worcestershire County CouncilTechnical inspection and testing services
£8,750
Closed tender, closed 19 June 2017Published 19 May 2017
Courier services
Nottinghamshire County CouncilCourier services
£396,000
Closed tender, closed 19 June 2017Published 19 May 2017
Tender For Inspire Courier Services
Nottinghamshire County CouncilCourier services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 16 June 2017Published 18 May 2017
Supply of DVD and Blu Ray for Hire in Libraries
Wiltshire CouncilLibrary and archive services
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 2 June 2017Published 12 May 2017
Supply of P2P Payment Provision for RFID Self-Issue Terminals
Kent County Council
Value not stated
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Expired contract, expired 31 March 2018Published 9 May 2017
Public Cleaning of Libraries.
Southampton City CouncilSupplier(s) Hi Spec Facilities Company LtdCleaning servicesAwarded 9 May 2017
£15,439
Closed tender, closed 6 June 2017Published 8 May 2017
Provision of a Library Overnight Security Service
Royal Holloway, University of LondonSecurity services
£625,000
Closed tender, closed 6 June 2017Published 4 May 2017
Security services
Royal Holloway, University of LondonSecurity services
£750,000
Awarded contract, expiring in 4 monthsPublished 25 April 2017
Library software package
Wolverhampton City CouncilSupplier(s) Capita Business Services LtdLibrary software package
Value not stated
Closed tender, closed 26 April 2017Published 25 April 2017
University of Sunderland - Library Management Solution
University of SunderlandLibrary software package
Value not stated
Awarded contractPublished 20 April 2017
Industry specific software package
South Gloucestershire CouncilSupplier(s) BibliothecaIndustry specific software packageAwarded 1 April 2017
£2,250,000
Expired contract, expired 31 March 2022Published 13 April 2017
Sutton on Sea Library & Community Hub - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement
Lincolnshire County CouncilSupplier(s) Sutton on Sea library & community hub CICAwarded 13 April 2017
£20,668
Expired contract, expired 31 March 2022Published 13 April 2017
North Hykeham Library - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement
Lincolnshire County CouncilSupplier(s) North Hykeham Town CouncilAwarded 13 April 2017
£20,668
Expired contract, expired 31 March 2022Published 13 April 2017
Metheringham Community Library - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement
Lincolnshire County CouncilSupplier(s) Metheringham, Sots Hole & Tanvats Parish CouncilAwarded 13 April 2017
£20,668
Expired contract, expired 31 March 2022Published 13 April 2017
Welton Library & Community Hub - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement
Lincolnshire County CouncilSupplier(s) Welton-by-Lincoln Parish CouncilAwarded 13 April 2017
£20,668

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 management system

University of Sunderland - Library Management Solution - Issue 2 - AWARD

Library management system

Request for information for Storage Requirements for Heritage and Library Services

P0398 - Sutton Coldfield Library - Concessionaire Opportunity - Market Sounding Exercise

Provision of Topographical & Geotechnical Consultancy Services Sherwood Lane Worcester

Courier services

Tender For Inspire Courier Services

Supply of DVD and Blu Ray for Hire in Libraries

Supply of P2P Payment Provision for RFID Self-Issue Terminals

Public Cleaning of Libraries.

Provision of a Library Overnight Security Service

Security services

Library software package

University of Sunderland - Library Management Solution

Industry specific software package

Sutton on Sea Library & Community Hub - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement

North Hykeham Library - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement

Metheringham Community Library - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement

Welton Library & Community Hub - Community Hub Grant Funding Agreement

Frequently asked questions

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