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EBSCO Journal sub renewals 2026

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY

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14 May 2026 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process led by Bath Spa University, titled "EBSCO Journal sub renewals 2026", has reached the award stage, with the contract valued at £80,000. Classified under CPV 22200000 for newspapers, journals, periodicals, and magazines, the procurement pertains to cultural sector services. The contract is set to be executed from 1st August 2025 until 1st July 2026, within the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted using a selective method, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a targeted approach to supplier selection. Bath Spa University, the buying entity, concluded the tender process with the award being made to EBSCO International Inc on 12th August 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers involved in the distribution and supply of periodicals and journals, especially those familiar with working within library and cultural service contexts. While the procurement process was not open to small and medium enterprises or voluntary, community, and social enterprises, larger businesses with existing capabilities and a history of supplying educational institutions are well-suited to benefiting from such opportunities. The established relationship with Bath Spa University might also pave the way for expanded business potential in similar future contracts within the educational and cultural sectors.

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Notice Title

EBSCO Journal sub renewals 2026

Notice Description

EBSCO Journal sub renewals SUPC LIB4054 SU Serials, Periodicals & Assoc

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6f9544d9-10d4-44ec-9cee-26889cd48058
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5991ba3-5bc9-41e7-8c65-99154a9137d7
Current Stage
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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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines

92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 May 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Aug 20259 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 1 Jul 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BATH SPA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 9BN
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Saltford
Westminster Constituency
North East Somerset and Hanham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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