Award

Print and eBook Legal Publications Framework Agreement

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE.

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

13 Dec 2019 at 12:16

TenderAmendment

29 Jul 2019 at 15:46

Tender

29 Jul 2019 at 13:02

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Ministry of Justice involves the awarding of a framework agreement titled "Print and eBook Legal Publications Framework Agreement." This procurement falls within the goods category of printed matter and related products, with a total contract value of £22,910,733 GBP. The tender is classified under the CPV code 22000000 and encompasses services related to legal publications for judicial support. The procurement method employed is an open procedure authorised above the threshold, with the tender period concluding on 29 August 2019. The contract period is set to commence from 1 April 2020 and will extend until 31 March 2024, with delivery locations covering various regions including the United Kingdom and European territories.

This framework presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in print and digital publishing, especially those focused on legal publications. The nature of the procurement allows for diverse participation, particularly from companies capable of fulfilling the two defined lots: publication order forms for essential titles and ad-hoc requests for unexpected publications. This opens pathways for SMEs looking to expand their portfolio and knowledge within the legal field, as well as larger suppliers, promoting a competitive environment for innovative publishing solutions.

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Notice Title

Print and eBook Legal Publications Framework Agreement

Notice Description

The judicial library and information service (JLIS) provide legal publications and information to judges and legal advisers to ensure that they are equipped to carry out their duties effectively. Provision varies depending on jurisdiction, but in general terms, JLIS currently provides: print, ebooks. The legal publication print and eBook framework is divided into 2 lots: - Lot 1: POF Titles (publication order form) - titles chosen by JLIS prior to the start of the financial year and additionally may be required throughout the course of the financial year. This will contain core titles and additional miscellaneous requirements. Exact titles are subject to change year-on-year, - Lot 2: UXB (unexpected books) - ad-hoc requests throughout the financial year for miscellaneous publications not listed in Lot 1. Exact titles are subject to change year-on-year. Additional information: The attached Framework Agreement includes the specification for the requirement and the tender response form. Call off Contracts will be published on Contracts Finder as they are let.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a801444-208b-4235-bcb1-459fd57fb0cb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4c34339-62d3-4559-aad1-971761945812
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£22,910,733 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£26,400,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Nov 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 31 Mar 2024 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF JUSTICE.
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 4AP
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Hunslet & Riverside
Westminster Constituency
Leeds South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
8
Supplier Names

BLACKWELL

BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING

CHILD POVERTY ACTION GROUP

EBSCO

RELX (UK) LIMITED TRADING AS LEXISNEXIS

THE INCORPORATED COUNCIL OF LAW REPORTING FOR ENGLAND AND WALES

THOMSON REUTERS

WILDY & SONS

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