UK Public Sector Contracts & Tenders

Create and deliver video / film content and related services for The Honresfield Acquisition - a collection of private library items from the 18th C. which has been largely inaccessible for the last 80 years. Following a fundraising campaign the works in the library were acquired for the nation and will be distributed to a series of partners including the British Library. The collection is considered to be one of the most culturally significant private library collections ever to be transferred to public institutions. The British Library chairs an Engagement Group, which includes all Consortium partnerships, and this group, or a sub-group, will ensure that all partners are able to input into the film. This group wants to celebrate the acquisition and provide the opportunity for as many people as possible to access the collection. Objectives •To inspire audiences and give access to the collection items •To develop films that are audience-led in their creative vision, not 'designed by committee' •Engage as broad an audience as possible •Bring the collection to life for those audiences digitally •Tell the story of the collection/ fundraising campaign of this landmark acquisition •Present the collection together (digitally), despite them being housed in different locations •Ensure all partners feel involved and represented Full details can be found in the 001910 tender documents. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

The British Library is seeking suppliers for The Unlocking our Sound Heritage Pop-Up Sound Archive. Unlocking our Sound Heritage (UOSH) is a UK Wide project led by the British Library with support from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to help save the nation's sounds and open them up to everyone. Now in its fifth and final year, it forms part of Save our Sounds, a wider programme to preserve the nation's sounds. To deliver this work, the British Library has collaborated with a consortium of ten other institutions: Archives+, Manchester; Bristol Culture; The Keep, Brighton; London Metropolitan Archives; National Library of Scotland; The National Library of Wales; National Museums Northern Ireland ; Norfolk Records Office; Tyne & Wear Archives & Museum; and University of Leicester. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

We are seeking consultancy support to help us with the internal stakeholder engagement piece, to develop a brief that can be put out to tender and to support production of a business case that will secure funds for the audience mapping research. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

The overall goal of this research is to enable the British Library to become more inclusive and welcoming to a more racially and ethnically diverse and representative audience in order that we can attract and support a diverse community more effectively. In achieve this goal, we require: •A deeper understanding of cultural nuances (i.e. perceptions, awareness and attitudes) of those from ethnically diverse communities, and •Clear, actionable recommendations for the changes (i.e. practical steps) we can make as an organisation for the short, medium and long term that can feed into the British Library's strategy and 2024 business planning. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

The British Library is contracted as part of its funding agreement with Arts Council England, to commission an end of project evaluation to assess the effectiveness and impact of the Get Ready for Business Growth project, in relation to the monies received and the national economy. The evaluation will help bring evidence of economic and social impact, and highlight success and best practice to support future funding proposals and activity planning for second phase of the programme. The evidence and findings from this evaluation will help the British Library to demonstrate its achievements on the project, enable Arts Council England to identify and share best practice, and build an evidence base for the case for a second phase of the project. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

The British Library is seeking suppliers for The London Fashion Week British Library & British Fashion Council Student Competition - Consultancy & Stakeholder Management Services. The British Library has been collaborating for several years with The British Fashion Council to deliver an annual research inspired competition for fashion students across the UK. To support these events, the British Library is looking for a contractor to supply consultancy and stakeholder management services. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

The British Library is seeking suppliers to support with Higher Education & Science Event Management Services - 2024-2025. This contract requires Contract Management services to support a range of events related to the British Library activities in higher education and science programmes. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Many of the British Library's early microfilms - some of which are now unique items in themselves - are on acetate film and will not survive in perpetuity without further intervention. The best way to prolong their life - and the life of many film-based materials is to store them in a cooler climate than is necessary for many non-film-based materials. Currently the British Library store these items in an external cold storage facility. The purpose of this RFI is to ascertain if other similar facilities are available in the United Kingdom. When submitting information, all organisations should note that this is not currently a tender opportunity but is part of a market consultation exercise aiming to ensure that the procurement route selected, and the options ultimately developed for any procurement are properly informed. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.