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Westlaw Database

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA

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25 Sep 2024 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The University of East Anglia has concluded the procurement process for a subscription to the Westlaw Database, classified under the CPV codes for printed matter and related products as well as database systems. Located at Norwich Research Park, Norwich, the university sought a continuation of its online legal research database services to support its teaching and research practices. The procurement, conducted through a direct single tender action, was awarded on 2 September 2024, with the contract period running from 1 October 2024 to 30 September 2026. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category and is suitable for SMEs, with Reuters Limited in London being the awarded supplier.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in providing specialised database systems and related services. Businesses with expertise in legal research databases or similar subscription-based digital services will find this procurement process particularly relevant to their offerings. Additionally, suppliers who can deliver value-added support to educational institutions may find similar tenders advantageous for their growth. By securing contracts like this, SMEs can expand their market presence and build lasting partnerships with reputable institutions such as the University of East Anglia.

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Notice Title

Westlaw Database

Notice Description

Subscription to Westlaw legal research database. This subscription provides the University continued online access to a key legal database to support teaching and research practice. It is a unique product from a single supplier so a single action tender was completed for this request.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-60ebbcf9-b48c-4259-87e5-7d568e3727e4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb226b76-f576-436e-9611-422d64dc21ac
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

48610000 - Database systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Sep 20241 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2026 1-2 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
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REUTERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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