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Supply of Audiobooks and Large Print (Non Standard Library Stock)

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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18 Dec 2024 at 13:21

Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to Bolinda UK Ltd for the supply of audiobooks and large print (non-standard library stock). The procurement falls under the category of Library Services (CPV: 92511000) and is situated in Winchester, England (SO23 8UJ). The procurement process reached the award stage, with the contract commencing on 15th November 2024 and concluding on 14th November 2028. This procurement, conducted via a single tender action, has an overall value of £40,000 and includes two optional one-year extensions. This process was necessary for the council to meet the statutory duties outlined in the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in the provision of library resources, such as audiobooks and large print materials, to establish a long-term relationship with a major public authority. SMEs, in particular, may find this tender process accessible given the procurement method and the contract's scale. By securing such contracts, businesses can ensure steady revenue for several years and benefit from the potential extensions, fostering sustained growth and contributing to the enhancement of public library services.

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Notice Title

Supply of Audiobooks and Large Print (Non Standard Library Stock)

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council have awarded a contract to Bolinda UK Ltd for Supply of spoken word (non standard library stock) for loan by library customers. Provision of these resources are required in order for the service to meet the statutory duties of the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964. The contract was awarded via a Single Tender Action and has a total value of PS40,000 with a duration of 2 years with two optional one year extension options.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2bd3a87d-de72-401e-8cd4-12475db00a4f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b648705-b18c-4b2d-bc4f-f959b7ffb9ca
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
15 Nov 2024 - 14 Nov 2028 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Katerina Ploumakis
Contact Email
strategic.procurement@hants.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8ZB
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOLINDA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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