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UWQ279 Serials - AWARD

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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07 Aug 2024 at 14:44

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester has awarded a contract for the supply of serials, including periodicals and associated services in both print and digital formats, to the subscription agent EBSCO INTERNATIONAL INC. This tender falls under the CPV classification 22212100 and spans the services industry category. The process used a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure, reflecting a carefully controlled contracting approach. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 10th May 2024 and the contract period running from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2028. The contract covers a wide range of delivery locations, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other international regions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in the provision of serials and related services, particularly those capable of serving a broad geographical area. The sizeable contract value of £280,000 suggests significant economic potential, making it a lucrative venture for well-established suppliers in the serials and periodicals sector. Although aimed at larger entities due to the scope and scale of services required, this contract allows businesses to strengthen their portfolios and expand their market presence. Suppliers must demonstrate flexibility and capacity to manage extensive regional and global distribution to engage successfully with this opportunity.

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Notice Title

UWQ279 Serials - AWARD

Notice Description

The University of Worcester is tendering for a new subscription agent to supply serials to the University. This mini-competition is being carried out using the SUPC's framework for Serials, Periodicals and Associated Services (Print and Digital), reference LIB4054 SU.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-44ea1bdd-b32c-40c9-b5fe-319d5fd37828
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc4ab258-63b5-431a-a0a8-dda2819b3963
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22212100 - Serials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£280,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Aug 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 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
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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