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EBSCO Database Subscriptions 2026-2027 - call-off from the SUPC awarded framework agreement for Serials, Periodicals, and Associated Services (Print and Digital) ref LIB4054SU

LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY

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16 Jul 2026 at 14:56

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Leeds Trinity University involves a call-off from the SUPC awarded framework agreement for Serials, Periodicals, and Associated Services, specifically for EBSCO Database Subscriptions 2026-2027. This contract, falling under the industry category of newspapers, journals, periodicals, and magazines (CPV 22200000), covers the delivery location at postal code LS18 5HD. The procurement method is selective, based on a call-off from an existing framework agreement, with key events occurring in July 2026, including the award date on the 16th and the start of the contract period on the same day, which will last until 31st July 2027. The process is in the award stage, having been actively awarded to EBSCO International Inc. for a value of £67,000.

This tender offers stimulating opportunities for businesses specialising in print and digital serials and periodicals, particularly those that can provide comprehensive database subscription services. SMEs and VCSEs are encouraged to participate as the procurement process highlights suitability for these types of businesses. Companies that specialise in developing or distributing academic and research-based publications might find this contract appealing, fostering business growth through prolonged engagement with Leeds Trinity University, a reputable public sector entity. This arrangement not only ensures consistent revenue over the contract duration but also aligns businesses with a prestigious academic institution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EBSCO Database Subscriptions 2026-2027 - call-off from the SUPC awarded framework agreement for Serials, Periodicals, and Associated Services (Print and Digital) ref LIB4054SU

Notice Description

EBSCO Database Subscriptions 2026-2027 - call-off from the SUPC awarded framework agreement for Serials, Periodicals, and Associated Services (Print and Digital) ref LIB4054SU

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d8ba101-53f5-474c-b258-14442e9463ee
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£67,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£67,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 1-2 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
LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS18 5HD
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Horsforth
Westminster Constituency
Leeds North West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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