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The Supply of Spoken Word and Large Print Material to Hampshire Library Service

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

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20 Dec 2024 at 15:45

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Summary of the contracting process

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to Ulverscroft Group Limited for the supply of spoken word (audiobooks) and large print material to Hampshire's Library Service. The contract, valued at £176,000, aims to fulfil the statutory duties of the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964 by facilitating access to these resources, particularly for customers who might otherwise face accessibility barriers. The procurement process was conducted via a Single Tender Action and spans a total duration of four years, starting on 1 December 2024, and ending on 30 November 2028, with two optional one-year extensions. This contract falls under the category of Library Services (CPV Code: 92511000) and has been awarded through a direct procurement method.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of educational and accessibility tools, such as audiobooks and large print materials. SMEs with expertise in library resources and a commitment to enhancing accessibility for diverse customer bases would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can expand their market reach, forge valuable relationships with public sector institutions, and contribute to the vital provision of inclusive library services across the South East of England.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

The Supply of Spoken Word and Large Print Material to Hampshire Library Service

Notice Description

Hampshire County Council have awarded a contract to Ulverscroft Group Limited for supply of spoken word & large print material to Hampshire's Library Service for loan to library customers. Provision of these resources are required in order for the service to meet the statutory duties of the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964. Spoken-Word (Audiobooks) and Large Print books are a key aspect of service provision for all customers and the format especially facilitates access to books for customers who may be unable to access them elsewhere. The contract was awarded via a Single Tender Action and has a total value of PS176,000 with a duration of 2 years with two optional one year extensions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5027684-e2c8-4cf0-82ce-a545af350d15
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£176,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£176,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2028 4-5 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
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WINCHESTER
Postcode
SO23 8UJ
Post Town
Southampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ36 Central Hampshire
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Winchester
Electoral Ward
St Michael
Westminster Constituency
Winchester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ULVERSCROFT GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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