Award

Supply of Serials, Periodicals and Associated Services

BANK OF ENGLAND

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Award

15 Jan 2025 at 14:11

Summary of the contracting process

The Bank of England, based in London, has completed the procurement process for the "Supply of Serials, Periodicals and Associated Services." This contract, classified under the industry category of newspapers, journals, periodicals, and magazines (CPV code 22200000), pertains to the provision of both electronic and printed materials, including domestic and overseas journals. The procurement was conducted via a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement. This process began with the tender period concluding on 18 December 2024, followed by the contract period starting on 1 January 2025 and ending on 31 December 2025. The total value of the contract is £60,000.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, especially for large enterprises that specialise in the supply of serials and periodicals. For companies capable of offering comprehensive services in both electronic and print formats, including delivery to the Bank of England's location in London, this contract provides a substantial and prestigious engagement. The procurement process was highly selective, indicating a preference for established suppliers with substantial resources, like EBSCO International Inc, which was awarded the contract. These services will support the Bank of England's operations by ensuring access to crucial informational resources.

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Notice Title

Supply of Serials, Periodicals and Associated Services

Notice Description

To provide services associated with the supply of electronic and printed serials, journals, including domestic and overseas materials.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5cdacdc4-f075-4c1e-a797-9451f935aa78
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BANK OF ENGLAND
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
corporate.contracts@bankofengland.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC2R 8AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Walbrook
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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