Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bff-6ce1-724f-94f9-257f90ebeab5/library-stock-relocations closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Library Stock Relocations [The University Of Manchester](https://tendernation.io/buyers/the-university-of-manchester) Estimated value £150,000 to £500,000 Published 12 May 2016 Deadline Closed 6 Jun 2016 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender ### Background information on The University of Manchester The University of Manchester is Britain’s largest single-site university, with a proud history of achievement and an ambitious agenda for the future. The University provides world-class research facilities and undertakes research of international standing. It offers students a wide choice of degree programmes and options, and excellent facilities and student support services. The University employs over 11,000 staff and offers over 400 different degree courses. It comprises of four faculties with 22 academic schools and hundreds of specialist research groups. The University’s cultural attractions include The Manchester Museum, The Whitworth Art Gallery, Jodrell Bank Observatory and the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama. The University also operates a thriving conference and meeting operation including a hotel and conference centre. Further details on the University can be found at: [manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures](http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/) ### Background information on Project The University of Manchester Library is one of only five National Research Libraries and the third largest academic library in the UK. Our vast and rich collections (both print and increasingly digital) help us to deliver a world-class library and information service for the University of Manchester. With more than 4 million printed books and manuscripts, over 41,000 electronic journals and 500,000 electronic books, as well as several hundred databases, the library is one of the best-resourced academic libraries in the country. The University of Manchester Library is planning the redevelopment of the Main Library building on Oxford Road. The redevelopment project will focus on improvements to the building's internal environment and public spaces, as well as addressing a number of long term maintenance issues. More information can be found online at [library.manchester.ac.uk](http://www.library.manchester.ac.uk/about/main-library-redevelopment/) In preparation for the redevelopment and other building works detailed in the Directorate of Estates Campus Masterplan, the University of Manchester Library is seeking a specialist removal company with relevant experience of the relocation of library stock and shelving. ### Framework Overview The intention of this tender exercise is to create a Framework for Library Relocation Services (excluding special collections and other specialist relocations which will be procured additionally at the Universities discretion) which will consist of one (1) supplier and will last for an initial two (2) year period with the option to extend for a further one (1) plus a final one (1) year making a potential of four (4) years in total. The estimated value of the framework is circa £150,000 in the first year followed by circa £60,000 in subsequent years. Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No [in-tendhost.co.uk](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/) Read full description ## CPV classification Relocation services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/a9c6700a-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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