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Print Books & Standing Orders - APUC

APUC LIMITED

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04 Aug 2021 at 09:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process, initiated by APUC Limited, is currently in the Tender stage for the procurement titled "Print Books & Standing Orders - APUC," focusing on Library books within the education industry in Scotland. The procurement, using an open procedure, has a total estimated value of £9,000,000 and encompasses two lots: English language and UK non-English language publications, and foreign language publications. The tendering period concludes on 19 August 2021, with renewable contract terms allowing for extensions up to November 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the publishing and supply of academic literature, particularly those that can provide a diverse range of English and foreign language print materials. Companies specialising in educational resources and library systems would be exceptionally well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses focused on sustainability and community benefits can align their proposals with the project's objectives, enhancing their chances of securing contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Print Books & Standing Orders - APUC

Notice Description

The Authority is seeking to appoint Contractors to supply and deliver a wide range of English language, UK non-English language and foreign language academic content in print format. The Authority is acting on behalf of the HE and FE institutions in Scotland, Members of the Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) which includes amongst its members, the National Library of Scotland, the National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh and Scotland Excel and its members

Lot Information

English language and UK non-English language publications

For the appointment of up to 4 contractors for the supply and delivery of English language and UK non-English language academic content in print format This exercise is being undertaken on behalf of the HE/FE Institutions in Scotland and the members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL), including the National Library of Scotland, National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed in Appendix E - List of Institutions. Members of APUC - http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/ Members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) https://www.scurl.ac.uk/members Members of Scotland Excel - http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk/ Additional information: Information about European Union funds The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: Yes Individual call-off contracts under this Framework Agreement may be financed by European Union funds.

Options: The scope of the framework agreement will also cover alternative formats, including but not limited to CD, DVD, Maps, Posters, Music Scores and Kits.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 03.11.2021 for an initial period of 2 years and will expire on the 02.11.2023 The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 2 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirements of the members of APUC and SCURL.

Foreign language publications

For the appointment of up to 6 contractors for the supply and delivery of foreign language academic content in print format This exercise is being undertaken on behalf of the HE/FE Institutions in Scotland and the members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL), including the National Library of Scotland, National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed in Appendix E - List of Institutions. Members of APUC - http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/ Members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) https://www.scurl.ac.uk/members Members of Scotland Excel - http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk/ Additional information: Information about European Union funds The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: Yes Individual call-off contracts under this Framework Agreement may be financed by European Union funds.

Options: The scope of the framework agreement will also cover alternative formats, including but not limited to CD, DVD, Maps, Posters, Music Scores and Kits.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 03.11.2021 for an initial period of 2 years and will expire on the 02.11.2023. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 2 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirements of the members of APUC and SCURL.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02d085
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018711-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

CPV Codes

22110000 - Printed books

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Nov 2021 - 2 Nov 2023 1-2 years
Recurrence
February 2025

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APUC LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 2DZ
Postcode Area
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Further Information

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