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Library & Digital Support

UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH

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10 Oct 2024 at 09:15

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Plymouth has completed the procurement process for "Library & Digital Support" within the Library Services industry category. The contract, worth £800,000 and awarded to EBSCO Subscription Services, covers library subscriptions for the 2024/25 period. The procurement method used was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 5th August 2024 to 4th August 2025, serving the South West region of the United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender period closing on 4th August 2024 and the award date being 5th August 2024.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in library services and digital support, particularly those involved in subscription services. Given the substantial contract value and the university's reputation, businesses that can offer high-quality and reliable services will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. SMEs are encouraged to participate, as the contract is suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises, providing a prime opportunity for establishing a foothold or strengthening existing positions within the academic sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Library & Digital Support

Notice Description

Library Subscriptions 2024/25

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-587bd433-54d2-4875-904b-e7f843270d8f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76641f31-156f-432b-a39a-9966f2c73ca7
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£800,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
4 Aug 2024 - 4 Aug 2025 6-12 months
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 PLYMOUTH
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL4 8AA
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
Drake
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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