Design and Refurbishment for Libraries, Learning Resource Centres and Other Indoor Public Spaces
Framework Description
ESPO's Design and Refurbishment for Libraries, Learning Resource Centres and Other Indoor Public Spaces framework (reference 695_24) covers the design, supply and installation of furniture and fit-outs. It runs from 1 September 2024 to 31 August 2028 with no extension. Lot 1 covers libraries and Lot 2 other indoor public spaces such as community buildings. It is a national framework procured under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and applications are closed.
Context & Use Case
Library services, schools, colleges and councils use it to redesign and refit libraries, learning resource centres and community spaces. Projects typically combine design, furniture supply and installation. Buyers view the framework documents through ESPO after completing its Access and Confidentiality Agreement. Lot 2 extends the same approach to community buildings and other indoor spaces used by the public.
Scope of Services
Lot 1: Libraries Lot 2: Other Indoor Public Spaces Design, supply and installation of furnishing solutions
Lots
Lot 1 - Libraries; Lot 2 – Other Indoor Public Spaces
Who Can Apply
Suits library furniture designers, manufacturers and fit-out installers, and interior design firms working on public buildings. As applications are closed, it cannot take on new suppliers until ESPO re-tenders it, likely around 31 August 2028.
Buyer Benefits
Buyers get design-led refurbishment from specialists in one procurement, cutting the time needed to plan and deliver a refit. Library services value designs that reflect how people use spaces, durable furniture, accessibility and limited disruption to services during works, with clear project management from design to handover.
Next Steps
Read the 695_24 page on ESPO's website for appointed suppliers. If appointed, prepare design concepts and project case studies for call-offs. Suppliers outside it should get ready for the re-tender ahead of 31 August 2028 with completed library or community fit-outs, design examples and installation timelines.
How Athena Can Help
Library fit-out call-offs are often won on design quality. If you are on 695_24, Athena's bid response team can help you win projects with design-led responses and competitor scoring. If you are not, our framework sourcing team can find other furniture and fit-out frameworks open now. Our bid/no-bid and pricing advice helps with pricing and bid/no-bid on each opportunity, and when the re-tender comes we can plan and write the full response.
