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Libraries and related materials

COVENTRY UNIVERSITY

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18 Aug 2025 at 15:31

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Libraries and related materials," initiated by Coventry University, focuses on acquiring the ProQuest Central suite of databases to support its 46 partner institutions. The contract, classified under the CPV code 79980000 as subscription services, is based in Coventry, England, with the postal code CV1 5QA. This procurement process, carried out via a direct procurement method, used a single tender action falling below the threshold. The tender stage has been completed, with the award date noted as 10th December 2024. The contract is set to commence on 1st January 2025 and conclude on 31st December 2025, with a total value amounting to £62,604.12.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses dealing in digital library subscriptions or database management to engage with a large educational community. Since it involves the integration and support of sophisticated academic database services, companies with experience in digital libraries, information management systems, or specialized educational resources would be well-positioned to compete in such opportunities. While large-scale suppliers like ProQuest LLC, who have been awarded this contract, are apt to deliver such services, smaller firms may find potential in similar future tenders if they can offer niche expertise or tailored innovations. This specific contract was not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, hinting at the necessity for a significant operational scale or specialised knowledge to fulfill its requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Libraries and related materials

Notice Description

ProQuest Central suite of databases to support teaching and learning at all 46 partner institutions

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ddc734bf-c117-4412-84a2-9aae01874d36
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1197fb2-4c50-4195-813f-292538558b59
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£62,604 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£62,604 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
10 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 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
COVENTRY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COVENTRY
Postcode
CV1 5FB
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG33 Coventry
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Coventry
Electoral Ward
St Michael's
Westminster Constituency
Coventry South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROQUEST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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