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Bristol University Press Digital Publishing Platform

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol is seeking proposals for a digital publishing platform with the title "Bristol University Press Digital Publishing Platform." This procurement falls under the category of computer platforms and relates to the development of a publisher content platform for delivering digital books and journals. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 1st June 2020. The total estimated value of the contract is £200,000, and the services are intended to support higher education institutions in the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in electronic publishing software development, desktop publishing services, and related technology solutions to achieve business growth. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with innovative software capabilities are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By participating in this tender, businesses can enhance their visibility in the higher education sector and establish long-term relationships with the University of Bristol, potentially leading to further contracts in the future.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bristol University Press Digital Publishing Platform

Notice Description

Bristol University Press (BUP) has a requirement to develop a publisher content platform for the delivery of their digital books and journals, bringing this content together for sale, along with additional items such as blogs, multimedia, and supplementary materials associated with the published articles and chapters. Additional information: Please find all tender documentation and information for interested parties.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5450eb4c-afb2-49ba-8b4b-6a9d129ee928
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive dialogue (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

30211300 - Computer platforms

72212312 - Electronic publishing software development services

79553000 - Desktop publishing services

80300000 - Higher education services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Sep 2020 - 21 Sep 2026 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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