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Bloomsbury Publishing Drama Online - Subscription Option

JISC

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28 Apr 2025 at 15:58

Summary of the contracting process

Jisc Services Limited has successfully completed a contract process for the subscription to Bloomsbury Publishing's Drama Online digital library, focusing on providing resources for drama and literature academia. This procurement, classified under "Education and training services" with the CPV code 80000000, was conducted through a negotiated method without a call for competition, indicating a limited procurement method. The contract covers the period from 1st March 2025 to 28th February 2027, with Jisc acting as the buyer and Bloomsbury Publishing Plc as the supplier. The procurement process reached the award stage as of 14th March 2025, and serves various regions including the UK and broader geographical areas.

This tender creates significant opportunities for businesses in the digital content and educational resources sectors, especially those positioned to collaborate with academic institutions. With a contract valued at £303,562, large-scale suppliers like Bloomsbury Publishing have the potential to expand their market presence through tailored resources for educational bodies. Although not suited for SMEs or VCSEs, given its specifics, this contract highlights avenues for larger enterprises aiming to provide comprehensive digital learning solutions to institutions globally.

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Notice Title

Bloomsbury Publishing Drama Online - Subscription Option

Notice Description

Jisc Services Limited has entered into a contract with Bloomsbury Publishing Plc to offer Jisc members the opportunity to subscribe to an award-winning digital library created in response to the need for a high-quality online research tool for drama and literature students, professors, and teachers. It is the only resource to combine exclusively available playtext content and scholarly publications with filmed live performances, film adaptations, and audio plays.The service is for use by Jisc members and not for Jisc's own use.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/175b5bf8-30a6-4de9-9db9-3e7b7e428bf8
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£303,562 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Mar 202511 months ago
Contract Period
1 Mar 2025 - 28 Feb 2027 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
JISC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6NB
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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