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# Libraries NI - Provision of Managed IT Services under the e3 Project

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/libraries-ni-provision-of-managed-it-services-under-the-e3-project-ocds-h6vhtk-02ad39). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Libraries Ni: "Libraries NI - Provision of Managed IT Services under the e3 Project". Published status: complete. Published Value: £60,000,000. 1 published lot. Recorded submission deadline: 7 Jun 2021, 15:00 BST. Published submission portal: etendersni.gov.uk.

## Key Information
- **Status:** COMPLETE (the published submission deadline has passed)
- **Buyer:** [Libraries Ni](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/libraries-ni-GB-FTS-104009)
- **Published Value:** £60,000,000 (GBP)
- **Submission Deadline:** 7 June 2021 at 15:00 BST
- **Lots:** 1
- **Procurement Method:** Competitive dialogue
- **Main Category:** services
- **Classifications (CPV):** Business intelligence software development services, Computer-related equipment, Computer-related services, Custom software development services, Database services (+26 more)
- **Delivery Location:** UKN
- **Legal Basis:** CELEX 32014L0024
- **Awarded Value:** £26,994,980 (exc. VAT, 1 contract)
- **Official Documents:** 2 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/libraries-ni-provision-of-managed-it-services-under-the-e3-project-ocds-h6vhtk-02ad39#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-02ad39`

## Before you bid
Deciding whether to bid? The Tenderline page for this tender carries the competition and buyer analysis this notice does not:

- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
- **Buyer track record:** earlier work for this buyer, its unexpired awards, and how its awards compared with its estimates.
- **Price forecast:** the commercial price range for each lot, with the middle 50% of comparable awards.

- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/libraries-ni-provision-of-managed-it-services-under-the-e3-project-ocds-h6vhtk-02ad39#tl-md)

## Submission
- **Submission Platform:** [etendersni.gov.uk](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fetendersni.gov.uk%2Fepps)
- **How to bid:** https://tenderline.uk/tenders/libraries-ni-provision-of-managed-it-services-under-the-e3-project-ocds-h6vhtk-02ad39#participate

## Description
The e3 Project has been established to secure a strategic partner (SP) who will deliver modern and innovative IT services to Libraries NI. The project is focussed on delivering a strong working relationship between Libraries NI and the SP who can develop services that meet the needs of specific business areas and can integrate them into an overall corporate solution. Initially the requirement is to manage the legacy services for a period of time whilst planning and implementing new systems and services. It is envisaged this will entail a combined transition and transformation phase and it is essential that continuity of day to day library services is maintained throughout. The Contract will replace the current e2 contract and exit and transfer plans are in place to facilitate a smooth transition. There will be a technology refresh required at various points in the Contract and the SP will be asked to assist by providing expert input and evaluation of emerging technologies that could benefit the delivery of library services. Key to the objectives of e3 are: a) Public computer access b) Corporate desktop build, including peripherals c) Library Management System d) Cash Management System e) Self service functions including library management services and printing f) Virtual library service, including library management services g) Corporate services h) Effective management information and business intelligence systems to inform decision making These systems are deemed essential in conducting the business of LNI. In delivering its current scope of corporate and operational service requirements, Libraries NI utilises a range of IS/IT systems. Advances in technology continue to be a key factor in the drive to improve services, reduce costs and match levels of provision to the needs of customers. ICT is an essential and integral element of every aspect of the work of Libraries NI and is critical to ensuring that it can deliver its statutory duty ‘to provide a comprehensive and efficient public library service for persons living, working or studying in Northern Ireland’. Specifically ICT: • supports the purchase, management and lending of books and other resources across the Libraries NI network of 98 static libraries, as well as mobile libraries; • provides customers with access to high speed network provision, coupled with free Wi-Fi and access to computers in every static library which enables customers to access information and promotes learning; • delivers virtual library services, which can be accessed from home; • delivers corporate services; • supports internal and external communication; and • provides data which is essential to governance. e3 is the proposed mission critical programme to ensure Libraries NI has the necessary ICT infrastructure and services to support the delivery of library services beyond the end of the current service provision contract (e2). Further information on the contract requirements and the procurement process are ava...
> [Read full procurement scope and specification on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/libraries-ni-provision-of-managed-it-services-under-the-e3-project-ocds-h6vhtk-02ad39)

## Lots (1)
### Lot 1: Untitled lot
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 30213000, 30230000, 30238000, 32320000, 32400000, 32500000
- **Delivery regions:** UKN

- **Estimated Value:** £60,000,000
- **Description:** The e3 Project has been established to secure a strategic partner (SP) who will deliver modern and innovative IT services to Libraries NI. The project is focussed on delivering a strong working relationship between Libraries NI and the SP who can dev...

- **Options published:** yes

## Awards & Winning Suppliers (1)
- **Award:** Contract (active)
  - Award id: `021009-2022-1-1`
  - Supplier(s): **FUJITSU SERVICES LTD**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-COH-00096056`
  - Value: £26,994,980 † (exc. VAT)

> † value taken from the contract record; the award notice published none.

## Contracts (1)
- **Contract:** Contract (active)
  - Signed Value: £26,994,980
  - Signed Date: 07/07/2022

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F021009-2022)
- **Last Source Update:** 2022-08-01T15:49:04.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-28T08:51:15.980Z
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