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Call off order from SUPC awarded framework agreement for Books, e-books, e-textbooks, and associated services (LIB4061 SU).

LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY

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20 Jul 2026 at 12:27

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Summary of the contracting process

Leeds Trinity University has awarded a call-off order under a framework agreement for the supply of books, e-books, e-textbooks, and associated services, aimed at businesses in the sector of printed books, brochures, and leaflets (CPV code 22100000). The procurement process utilised a selective method, specifically a call-off from an established framework agreement. The procurement has been completed, with the contract period set to commence on 1st August 2026 and conclude on 31st July 2027. The awarded contract, valued at £30,000, has been granted to ProQuest LLC, a large-scale supplier based in the USA, with the key deliverables to be supplied to the postal code LS18 5HD, located in Leeds, England.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in printed literature and educational resources to expand their markets, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are well-suited to partnerships through framework agreements. The procurement offers entry into institutional supply chains, focusing on educational establishments which may be seeking diversified and reliable sources for academic materials. Engaging in such tenders can lead to long-term strategic growth by building relationships with universities and enhancing business credibility within the public procurement landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Call off order from SUPC awarded framework agreement for Books, e-books, e-textbooks, and associated services (LIB4061 SU).

Notice Description

Call off order from SUPC awarded framework agreement for Books, e-books, e-textbooks, and associated services (LIB4061 SU).

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f8594e44-9e00-4b97-af33-2af0cb85e39c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9a52d8d5-ca5f-4407-9789-41b17f3d809a
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 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
LEEDS TRINITY UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS18 5HD
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Horsforth
Westminster Constituency
Leeds North West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROQUEST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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