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376FFC05/17-01 CUSP Further Competition - Library Stock

ESPO

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15 Aug 2017 at 13:11

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves ESPO as the buying organisation, which operates on behalf of a consortium of 14 local authorities in the South West of England. The contract, titled "376FFC05/17-01 CUSP Further Competition - Library Stock", is classified under the industry category of library books (CPV code: 22113000). This open procedure tender process has been completed, with the contract awarded on 4th August 2017. The contract period is set to commence on 1st October 2017 and conclude on 30th September 2020, with a total estimated value of £12,000,000 and an option to extend for an additional 24 months. The primary delivery address is in the South West of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for business growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) that can supply library stock. Businesses involved in publishing, distribution of library books, and related services may find this contract particularly well-suited for their capabilities. Engaging with ESPO and supplying library materials to a range of local authorities could enhance visibility and expand market reach in the public sector.

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Notice Title

376FFC05/17-01 CUSP Further Competition - Library Stock

Notice Description

A further competition under ESPO framework 376F_14 for library stock on behalf of CUSP, a consortium of 14 local authorities in the South West of England. The contract has the option to extend for up to a further 24 months. The total estimated value stated includes the option period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60cf9f8b-92f0-4a2b-99a9-78da98c05ba1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0815a9b9-7270-4548-9f75-42e95e3c6caa
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Aug 20178 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2017 - 30 Sep 2020 3-4 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
ESPO
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE19 1ES
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Enderby
Westminster Constituency
South Leicestershire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ASKEWS AND HOLTS LIBRARY SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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