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BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI

EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI

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25 Mar 2021 at 16:08

Summary of the contracting process

The Education Authority NI is conducting a procurement process titled "BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically for library books, and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the procurement stage is currently at the award level, having been completed on 24 March 2021. The contracts cover the provision of library books for a period spanning from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025, with key deadlines and relevant operational activities initiated prior to the completion date.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in book publishing and library supplies. Companies that focus on large print editions, books produced by small publishers, and multilingual materials may find suitable entry points. Given the competitive nature of the tender, suppliers experienced in providing quality library resources at competitive pricing will be particularly well-suited to leverage this opportunity. The active contracts are valued at £1,250,000 each for specific lots, indicating robust funding and a commitment to acquiring a diverse range of library materials.

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Notice Title

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI

Notice Description

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

Lot Information

LOT 1 - LARGE PRINT

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 2 - BOOKS PRODUCED BY SMALL PUBLISHERS

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 3 - MATERIAL PRODUCED IN A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 4 - LOCAL STUDIES PUBLICATIONS

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 5 - OUT OF PRINT MATERIAL AVAILABLE FROM ONLINE RETAILER

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 6 - SELF PUBLISHED BOOKS

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029f5e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006124-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active, Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BALLYMENA
Postcode
BT42 2HS
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN0F Mid and East Antrim
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Mid and East Antrim
Electoral Ward
Ballee and Harryville
Westminster Constituency
North Antrim

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
4
Supplier Names

BOOKS ASIA

INDIAN BOOK SHELF T/A STAR BOOKS

ULVERSCROFT

W F HOWES

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