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Individual E-book Title via ProQuest Platform

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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06 Aug 2024 at 16:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has successfully completed a procurement process for "Individual E-book Title via ProQuest Platform," which involves the purchase of eBook titles for university-wide use through ProQuest LLC. The procurement falls under the 'Textbooks' category (CPV code 22112000) and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The tender used a selective procurement method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, and had a contract period starting on the 1st of August 2024 and ending on the 31st of July 2026. Key dates include the end of the tender period on the 31st of July 2024 and the awarding of the contract on the same date.

This procurement process presents considerable growth opportunities for businesses that supply educational resources, especially those specialising in digital solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete due to the framework’s inclusive requirements. By participating in similar tenders, businesses can enhance their market presence within the educational sector and form long-term partnerships with prestigious institutions like the University of Bristol.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Individual E-book Title via ProQuest Platform

Notice Description

Single Title, Package, or EBA eBook purchase via a third-party platform for university wide use.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3e68dc9b-66ba-4bcf-ab8b-1bc920d13de6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8973e935-4569-4d24-be2f-c125dee422cd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22112000 - Textbooks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2026 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
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
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROQUEST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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