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E-Textbooks

UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER

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18 Feb 2026 at 14:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Worcester has completed the procurement process for its E-books requirement, under the Books, E-books and Associated Services Framework of SUPC Lot 7. The procurement falls within the textbooks industry category and has been awarded to BibliU Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), with a contract value of £50,000. The contract is set to run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027. Conducted through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, this process highlighted the suitability for SMEs, while excluding voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The contract will be fulfilled at the location of the University of Worcester, postal code WR26AJ, England.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for SMEs specialising in digital content solutions, specifically in the provision of e-books and related services. Effective engagement in such procurement processes can facilitate business growth for tech companies and educational content providers focusing on academic markets. Firms with existing framework agreements can leverage their position to capitalise on similar opportunities, particularly those capable of meeting the specified delivery address requirements and adapting to the needs of higher education institutions. Such contracts can bolster business portfolios and enhance market positioning within the educational content industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

E-Textbooks

Notice Description

Utilising the Books, E-books and Associated services Framework provided by SUPC LIB4061 SU, Lot 7. The University of Worcester is awarding the contract for our E-books requirement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bcf111f1-45bc-47d6-8124-a5f82246760c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8d0a1c-69e2-4d9c-9e16-df71ec04cf6e
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
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22112000 - Textbooks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 6-12 months
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
UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR2 6AJ
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
St Clement
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BIBLIU

Further Information

Notice Documents

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