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ecm_12846 Books, e-books, e-textbooks, and associated services

DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS

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25 Apr 2025 at 13:46

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Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has completed the procurement process for a service involving the provision of physical books, e-books, e-textbooks, and associated services. This contract leverages a selective procurement method through a call-off from a framework agreement. The industry category is classified under printed matter and related products, and the services are to be delivered across multiple regions including the United Kingdom, Europe, and other territories. The procurement process culminated with an award on 2 April 2025, with a contract period of the same day, and the contract has an estimated value of £114,000.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in publishing, distribution, or digital content services, particularly those able to negotiate licensing for eBook platforms. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged, given the suitability criteria highlighted by the DWP. By participating in this type of contract, businesses can enhance their portfolio through governmental collaborations and potentially expand their market reach across different regions included in the tender. The awarded contract went to A T Little & Sons Ltd, indicating the capacity for larger scale companies to also partake and compete.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ecm_12846 Books, e-books, e-textbooks, and associated services

Notice Description

This service is to provide DWP with both physical books and eBooks on a subscription or ad-hoc basis, as required by the Authority. Additionally, negotiation and arrangement of necessary licenses with publishers to ensure seamless access to commercial eBook platforms on behalf of the Authority.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/577ff2fb-cb92-44f2-a342-934e5bad3ab6
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

22000000 - Printed matter and related products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£114,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£38,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
27 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
1 Apr 2025 - 2 Apr 2025 24 hours
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
DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS
Contact Name
DWP
Contact Email
cdp-i.systemsanddata@dwp.gov.uk, professional.services@dwp.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 2FD
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

A T LITTLE & SONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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