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IBIS WORLD access to online database for Bristol Libraries

BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL

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27 Aug 2025 at 18:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Bristol City Council involves acquiring access to the IBIS WORLD online database for Bristol Libraries, classified under the database services and software package categories. The tender is completed, with the contract awarded to IBISWorld. The procurement, carried out via the G-Cloud 13 framework, engages a 2-year initial term with a 1-year extension option. Situated in the South West region of the United Kingdom, the contract began on 1st September 2023 and will conclude on 31st August 2026. The total contract value stands at £33,101 GBP.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in database services and software solutions, especially those tailored to libraries or public sector needs. Companies capable of delivering broad access to comprehensive online datasets will find a market opportunity with Bristol City Council. Small and medium enterprises as well as VCSEs are considered suitable for this type of procurement, fostering inclusive competition. Businesses with expertise in alignment with G-Cloud framework stipulations may also find this advantageous for growth and collaboration within public sector partnerships.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IBIS WORLD access to online database for Bristol Libraries

Notice Description

IBIS WORLD access to online database for Bristol Libraries 2 year initial term, option to extend for 1 year. G-Cloud 13

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-06b6a536-506e-4174-9a81-2fd2f6915a49
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28863cf1-faff-402b-b10f-d77139554457
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

48611000 - Database software package

72320000 - Database services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£33,101 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£33,101 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20232 years ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2023 - 31 Aug 2025 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5TR
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Hotwells and Harbourside
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

IBISWORLD

Further Information

Notice Documents

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