Scope
Reference
DN792943
Description
Provision of a Home Library Service for residents of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole who are unable to access library branches.
Contract 1
Supplier
Contract value
- £197,105 excluding VAT
- £236,526 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Earliest date the contract will be signed
10 October 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 10 October 2025 to 30 September 2027
- Possible extension to 30 September 2028
- 2 years, 11 months, 22 days
Description of possible extension:
A 12-month extension is available, subject to continued demand for the service
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 92511000 - Library services
Contract locations
- UKK24 - Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Participation
Particular suitability
Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
Lack of market competition. Attempts to obtain quotes from other providers were unsuccessful. RVS is the only viable provider with capacity and experience.
Supplier
Royal Voluntary Service
- Companies House: 02520413
29 Charles Street
Stoke-on-Trent
ST1 3JP
United Kingdom
Region: UKG23 - Stoke-on-Trent
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): Yes
Contract 1
Contracting authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHYY-7342-PRHH
BCP Council Civic Centre
Bournemouth
BH2 6DY
United Kingdom
Region: UKK24 - Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government