Tender

We are looking for a cost-effective digital magazine service delivered on a single shared digital platform which will be accessible to any registered Library Member (including non-resident members who work or study in or regularly visit the area) of the partner authorities via a dedicated website and app(s) as a minimum. Access is required to a wide range of fully unabridged UK published popular magazines suitable for a general public library audience, across a range of genres.

SOMERSET COUNCIL

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Tender

07 Aug 2024 at 09:28

Summary of the contracting process

Somerset Council is seeking to procure a cost-effective digital magazine service, accessible to registered Library Members, via a dedicated website and app(s). This service will provide a wide range of unabridged UK published popular magazines suitable for a general public library audience across various genres. The tender, classified under industry categories such as magazines, library equipment, and library software packages, is currently in the tender stage with an open procedure. Interested parties need to submit their intent by 16th August 2024, with the contract expected to commence on 1st December 2024 and conclude on 31st December 2024, covering regions including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and parts of Europe and the rest of the world.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital publishing, software development for libraries, and cultural services. Particularly, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. Companies with experience in providing digital content platforms, user-friendly interfaces, and a diverse range of digital publications will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. Winning this contract could enhance their portfolio and open doors to further public sector opportunities, ensuring growth and broader market reach.

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Notice Title

We are looking for a cost-effective digital magazine service delivered on a single shared digital platform which will be accessible to any registered Library Member (including non-resident members who work or study in or regularly visit the area) of the partner authorities via a dedicated website and app(s) as a minimum. Access is required to a wide range of fully unabridged UK published popular magazines suitable for a general public library audience, across a range of genres.

Notice Description

This request for participation in an early market engagement does not constitute any commitment by the authority to undertake any procurement exercise in the future. This exercise includes no element of supplier evaluation. No parties will be prejudiced by any response or failure to respond by the deadline. There is no commitment of any kind involved on either side. This request does not constitute a call for competition to procure any goods or services and the authority is not bound by any proposal offered.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0b6cb41f-3c5c-4d92-9954-7d7c679d5496
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/382d8523-42c6-45a0-b199-fa8b7d0256af
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

48 - Software package and information systems

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

22213000 - Magazines

39155100 - Library equipment

48160000 - Library software package

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOMERSET COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TAUNTON
Postcode
TA1 4DY
Post Town
Taunton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK62 Somerset
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Somerset
Electoral Ward
Bishop's Hull & Taunton West
Westminster Constituency
Taunton and Wellington

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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