Tender

French Speaking Countries Monographs and Standing Orders

BRITISH LIBRARY

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Tender

14 Dec 2021 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The British Library is currently seeking tenders for the supply of French-speaking countries monographs and standing orders, categorised under printed books. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with submissions due by 21 January 2022. The estimated total value of this opportunity is £88,000, covering a contract period from 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2024, with provisions for a possible three-year extension. The procurement follows an open procedure under Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and is intended for suppliers based in the UK.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the publishing and literary services sectors. Businesses that specialise in printed materials, particularly those focusing on French-language publications, bibliographic data services, and distribution logistics, would find themselves well-positioned to compete. Engaging with the British Library not only allows for substantial business growth through a steady supply contract but also enhances visibility within a prestigious cultural institution.

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Notice Title

French Speaking Countries Monographs and Standing Orders

Notice Description

This framework is for the supply of French - speaking countries monographs and standing orders monographs (monographs in series on standing order and a number of multi-volume works) to the British Library. In addition to the material, the Library is seeking associated services such as notification services, approval plans, bibliographic data, EDI and process efficiencies. This procurement is being undertaken in accordance with the Open Procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The British Library cannot guarantee to maintain expenditure at any particular level for any particular element of this business.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The general principle for the operation of the framework contract is that orders will go to the highest scoring supplier on the framework offering the best pricing terms for the combination of goods and services that the Library requires. However, if this is not possible, orders or groups of orders can be allocated to other suppliers on the framework at the sole discretion of the British Library. The business covers French - speaking countries to supply approximately 2500 monographs, with an estimated value of PS70000 per annum and approximately 250 standing order series with an estimated value of PS18000 per annum. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/7Z25PV6KX2

Renewal: 3 x 12 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0300f1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031098-2021
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£88,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£88,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH LIBRARY
Contact Name
Anna Wakelin
Contact Email
anna.wakelin@bl.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1937546387

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 2DB
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
St Pancras & Somers Town
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

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