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CA14346 - Library Resources, Software, and Associated Services

Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited

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03 Jul 2024 at 13:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited is initiating an open procurement process for "Library Resources, Software, and Associated Services." This retender has an expanded scope including various Lots such as physical print books, electronic books, journal subscriptions, and library software. The framework, valued at £20 million, will be accessible to educational institutions, local authorities, and members of NWUPC Ltd. The tender period ended on 8 October 2024, with the contract set to commence on 9 October 2024 and continue through 8 October 2026. The procurement is classified under the CPV code 22113000 for library books and is applicable internationally, including within the UK, Europe, and other territories.

This tender presents ample opportunities for businesses, particularly SMEs, to expand their offerings in the education and public sectors. Suppliers of physical and digital library resources, as well as software developers specialising in library management solutions, will find this contract beneficial. Companies like Books Asia Ltd, ProQuest, Ebsco Information Services, and Kortext are well-suited for this framework, indicating a diverse range of potential competitors and collaborators in this space. By participating in this tender, businesses can secure substantial contracts, foster long-term partnerships, and enhance their visibility within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA14346 - Library Resources, Software, and Associated Services

Notice Description

This proposal for Library Resources, Software, and Associated Services is a retender of the previous CPC Library Resources and Associated Services framework. There is an expanded scope for this iteration to include bespoke or off the shelf library software which is either proprietary or open source. Any resulting framework from this exercise will be available to all further education institutions, universities, sixth forms, academies, schools, museums and other similar organisations who are current and future CPC members https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/members/regions.php https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-information-about-schools. Local Authorities may wish to use the resulting framework when procuring on behalf of Educational Establishments. The tender is also available to members of NWUPC Ltd https://www.nwupc.ac.uk/our-members and the wider public sector https://www.thecpc.ac.uk/suppliers/eligible-public-sector-bodies.php Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1: Physical Print and Alternative Format Library Books Lot 2: lot 2: Electronic and Alternative Format Library eBooks Lot 3: Lot 3: Journal and Periodical Subscription Services Lot 4: Lot 4: Library Software To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA14346. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA14346 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-48716d42-0cc6-401b-87e7-fc0de8f24e81
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dba4794f-4650-42c3-a874-92eda6a142e7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£20,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£833,333 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
9 Oct 2024 - 8 Oct 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
Crescent Purchasing Consortium Limited
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M6 6AJ
Postcode Area
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Pendleton & Charlestown
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
14
Supplier Names

Books Asia

ProQuest LLC

EBSCO International Inc.

HAPPIER EVERY CHAPTER LTD

Browns Books

OverDrive Global Ltd

Kortext Limited

14400408

Prenax Limited

SirsiDynix

DEVOPSTER IT CONSULTANTS LTD

XE POS LTD

PSP Asset Protection

Education Software Solutions Limited

Further Information

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