Published date: 4 January 2022

This notice was replaced on 17 February 2022

This notice does not contain the most up-to-date information about this procurement. The most recent notice is:

Awarded contract (published 17 February 2022)

Closed opportunity - This means that the contract is currently closed. The buying department may be considering suppliers that have already applied, or no suitable offers were made.


Contract summary

Industry

  • Welfare services for the elderly - 85311100

  • Library and archive services - 92510000

  • Other community, social and personal services - 98000000

Location of contract

England

Value of contract

£96,000

Procurement reference

DORST001-DN589150-83913138

Published date

4 January 2022

Closing date

21 January 2022

Closing time

2pm

Contract start date

1 April 2022

Contract end date

31 March 2025

Contract type

Service contract

Procedure type

Open procedure

Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.

Contract is suitable for SMEs?

Yes

Contract is suitable for VCSEs?

Yes


Description

As part of its statutory provision, Dorset Library Service provides a range of free services to anyone who lives, works, or studies in Dorset.

The Home Library Service is provided to individuals who are unable to access local libraries, who meet the eligibility criteria and wish to have books and other library materials delivered to their homes. It enables such individuals to have access to library materials based on their personal preferences and provides an opportunity for social contact.

The Home Library Service is available to individuals living in their own homes, including residents of sheltered housing, within the administrative area of Dorset Council.


About the buyer

Contact name

Tom Matthews

Address

Dorset Council
County Hall, Colliton Park
Dorchester
DT1 1XJ
England

Telephone

+44 1305221265

Email

Thomas.Matthews@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

Website

https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk