Provision of physical library stock

Lancashire County Council

Published: May 22, 2026

Updated: May 22, 2026

Source: uk_fts

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the general supplies, education and training and culture and heritage sectors. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of GBP 3.5 million.

Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the general supplies sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This is an advance notice — the formal tender is expected to be published shortly. Interested parties can use this time to prepare documentation and identify potential partners.

Description

This tender seeks the provision of physical library stock, specifically adult and children's books, for the United Kingdom. The contracting authority is looking to procure a diverse and up-to-date collection of books to support library services. The scope of supply includes the sourcing, cataloguing (potentially), and delivery of new book stock. Bidders will need to demonstrate their ability to supply a wide range of titles across various genres and age groups, meeting specified quality standards for new publications. Key requirements for suppliers may include a comprehensive catalogue of available titles, competitive pricing structures, efficient order fulfilment processes, and reliable delivery logistics. The tender will likely assess proposals based on the range and quality of stock offered, the supplier's experience in serving library or educational institutions, pricing, and their ability to meet delivery schedules. Preference may be given to suppliers who can offer value-added services, such as recommendations for new acquisitions or integration with library management systems. The aim is to enhance the library's collection with relevant and engaging reading materials.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on May 22, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 048145-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Lancashire County Council

Lancashire County Council has issued 111 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 23 currently open and 73 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Transport & Logistics, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and UK Contracts Finder. Most recent publication: May 22, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Lancashire County Council in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the General Supplies & Services sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

What is the estimated budget?

The estimated contract value is £3,450,284 - £3,450,284. Bidders should ensure their proposals are consistent with this range and account for any local taxes and contract execution costs.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 048145-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.