The National Library of Scotland had to replace its finance system with a modern equivalent that generates business efficiencies.
The Library has procured a fully hosted SaaS (Software as a Service) solution that includes: Main accounting package (Purchase, Sales & General ledgers); Purchase ordering system; Reporting system; Ongoing support.
The National Library of Scotland ("the Library") is seeking to purchase of a cloud-based Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) including data migration, implementation, training and service support to improve information management of its Estate Team operations, streamline of processes and enhance business efficiencies.
The Library is adopting a cloud-first approach and is therefore seeking a fully hosted SaaS (Software as a Service) solution, accessed through web browser and mobile devices to meet the Library’s needs. The Library expects no on-premise installation.
The scope of construction works will include the replacement of the compartment dampers and associated works.
Associated Air Handling Unit upgrades and smoke damper replacement,
Replacement of all ventilation installation fire dampers,
Temporary collection protection works and dust monitoring.
The following works will be Contractor Design:
The compartment damper installation.
To realise the strategic commitments around conservation and preservation of Library collections, the Library requires a Box Cutting Machine for use in the Sighthill Building.
This system must be able to design, crease and cut bespoke enclosure designs.
The boxes created by this system are primarily used by the Library to hold collection items in order to protect and preserve those items. Archival boxboard is the main material used for these boxes as it has preservation qualities.
This is a one-off requirement for the purchase of goods and associated support services for the duration of the term contract.
The Library requires a fully managed contract, including the management of subcontractors as required, for the full delivery of the goods and associated services scoped within this specification over the full term of the contract.
The National Library of Scotland is undertaking pre-market engagement via the PIN notice to identify interested parties. The National Library of Scotland is seeking a suitably qualified, experienced, knowledgeable and innovative Service Provider to provide project management and professional property services to support the Library.
Please record your expression of interest via PCS.
The scope of construction works will include the replacement of the smoke extract and fire damper systems.
Remove the existing smoke extract system.
Form new smoke extract shafts.
Install a new smoke extract system
Associated Air Handling Unit upgrades and smoke damper replacement,
Replacement of all ventilation installation fire dampers,
Temporary collection protection works and dust monitoring.
The National Library of Scotland's (the Library) current Facilities Management Hard Services Contract is in the final year of the term contract with a contract expiry date of 30th June 2022. The Library has now commenced the procurement process for its replacement. This procurement process will result in the appointment of suitable contractor(s) to provide the services as described in Lot 1 and Lot 2 below and as detailed in the Contract Notice and Guidance Document available for download with this contract notice.
It is the opinion of the Library that TUPE rules will apply to this contract. However, bidders will be required to satisfy themselves as to the applicability of TUPE in their tendered response.
The Library” is classed as a Non-Departmental Public Body (NDPB), is funded through Grant-in-Aid by Scottish Government, governed by a Board and is a registered charity.
The Library requires suitably qualified supplier(s)to tender for this contract as set out in the instruction and guidance document, the Contract Notice and the SPD(S)module.
There will be two Lots