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Library Periodicals and Database Subscriptions 2026-2028

UK Health Security Agency

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17 Jul 2026 at 12:30

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Health Security Agency procured library periodicals and database subscriptions for its organisational library. The requirement covers the supply of periodical publications and subscription-based database content, supporting access to library information resources. It is classified under library books (CPV 22113000) and is a services procurement. Delivery is associated with the UK Health Security Agency’s London premises at 10 South Colonnade, E14 3PU. The opportunity was identified as suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises, while participation by voluntary, community and social enterprises was not indicated. The buying organisation is the UK Health Security Agency, which uses these resources for its library and information needs.

The procurement has been completed and awarded through a selective call-off from a framework agreement. Ebsco International Inc. was awarded the contract on 14 July 2026 for £1,900,000. The contract runs from 14 July 2026 to 14 July 2028. The tender submission deadline was 13 July 2026 at 12:00, before the award was made. The award is active and the tender status is complete. The recorded procurement value and awarded value are both £1,900,000. The process was not divided into separately reported lots. The available procurement information identifies the framework call-off route, but does not set out an award scoring basis or additional eligibility requirements.

This award demonstrates sustained public-sector demand for reliable management of library periodicals and database subscriptions within a major health and security agency. Competitors seeking similar work would need the ability to source and administer a broad range of recurring publications and digital databases, manage subscription access accurately, and provide dependable service to an institutional library. Experience serving public-sector or research-focused organisations would help demonstrate understanding of controlled access, account management, renewals and continuity of service. Suppliers should also be capable of operating through a framework call-off route and handling a substantial, organisation-wide requirement. The stated SME suitability indicates that a capable specialist or consortium could be commercially relevant when this requirement next reaches the market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Library Periodicals and Database Subscriptions 2026-2028

Notice Description

Contract for library periodicals and subscriptions 2026-2028

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-828bcdbc-8181-4de9-88a2-eca8db8172a9
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/be348b5a-e0c6-4c47-a066-d5c8cffd529a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jul 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20262 months ago
Contract Period
14 Jul 2026 - 14 Jul 2028 2-3 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
UK Health Security Agency
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 3PU
Postcode Area
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Island Gardens
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO INTERNATIONAL INC.

Further Information

Notice Documents

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