Award

Citation and Abstract Database Services

D E F R A

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

06 Apr 2020 at 11:30

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

13 Jan 2020 at 10:55

Tender Notice
TenderAmendment

17 Dec 2019 at 14:22

Tender Notice
Tender

09 Dec 2019 at 13:55

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "Citation and Abstract Database Services" is being conducted by the Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (D E F R A) based in Kenilworth, England. This process falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on database systems and services, with a value of £40,000. It was initiated as a limited procurement method, requiring competitive quotations below the threshold. The tender period concluded on 31st January 2020, with the contract period commencing on 1st May 2020 and extending to 30th April 2024.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies providing database services, particularly those with a strong focus on agricultural and horticultural content. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement is designed to be accessible for businesses that can deliver a reliable and cost-effective citation and abstract database. The contract's emphasis on quality and usability highlights a need for innovative solutions in the marketplace.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Citation and Abstract Database Services

Notice Description

AHDB are looking to appoint a sole supplier to provide a high quality, reliable and effective Citation and Abstract database offering a wide range of Journals (with a high emphasis toward articles related to the Agricultural and Horticultural Industry) which is easy to use and cost effective. Additional information: Clarification document uploaded and amended ITT with correct closing date (31st Jan 2020). 13/01/2020 - updated Clarifications published.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-12cda12f-fe61-4796-b451-7397b374d975
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8734ec7-56fa-4ee8-98af-a0213e7996b7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
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

48610000 - Database systems

72320000 - Database services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,509 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Jan 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Mar 20205 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2020 - 30 Apr 2024 4-5 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
D E F R A
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KENILWORTH
Postcode
CV8 2TL
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Cubbington & Leek Wootton
Westminster Constituency
Kenilworth and Southam

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROQUEST INFORMATION AND LEARNING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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