Award

Libraries supply of newspapers and magazines database (Press Reader)

BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Award

21 Jun 2021 at 14:06

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by Bradford Metropolitan District Council, focuses on the supply of a digital database for newspapers and magazines, known as Press Reader. This contract is categorised under digital printing services, with a total value of £46,100. The contract period began on 1st May 2020 and will conclude on 30th April 2023. The procurement method utilised for this tender was an open procedure, and it is currently in the Award stage. The tender period concluded on 29th April 2020, with the contract awarded to WF Howes Ltd, as published on 21st June 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the digital publishing and library services sector. Companies specialising in digital content delivery, particularly those offering services related to newspapers and magazines, could find this contract aligns well with their capabilities. As the contract seeks to enhance library offerings, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative digital solutions may find this process advantageous for business growth. Engaging with local councils like Bradford Metropolitan District Council could open doors for further collaboration and contracts in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Libraries supply of newspapers and magazines database (Press Reader)

Notice Description

Provide a range of current newspapers and magazines in digital format.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a5cd3f23-22d9-490f-81b4-9e0dc4efa4c0
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79811000 - Digital printing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£46,100 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£46,100 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20205 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2020 - 30 Apr 2023 2-3 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
BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SHIPLEY
Postcode
BD18 3QH
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
Shipley
Westminster Constituency
Shipley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

​WF HOWES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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