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O'Reilly for Higher Education database

CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

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06 Jun 2025 at 11:03

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by Cardiff Metropolitan University involved the direct procurement of a subscription renewal for the O'Reilly for Higher Education database. As the buying organisation, Cardiff Metropolitan University operates under Welsh devolved regulations and functions as a public authority in the sub-central government sector. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, deemed below threshold without competition, and is categorised under the 'goods' industry, specifically relating to library books and software. The contract was awarded on 6th June 2025 to ProQuest LLC, a large-scale supplier, and will run from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2028, with a total contract value of £58,500.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses that specialise in academic and library resources, particularly those offering digital subscriptions or software packages. Companies that can provide niche library services and have the capacity to engage directly with higher education institutions may find this procurement avenue advantageous for growth. Although the procurement method chosen here did not involve competition, understanding the needs of educational institutions and building relationships can position businesses strategically for similar future opportunities. It is particularly suited for suppliers that can ensure seamless integration of digital resources and support the academic sector's evolving needs.

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Notice Title

O'Reilly for Higher Education database

Notice Description

Subscription renewal for access to the O'Reilly for Higher Education database.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054455
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030543-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

48160000 - Library software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jun 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jun 202511 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CARDIFF
Postcode
CF5 2YB
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cardiff
Electoral Ward
Llandaff
Westminster Constituency
Cardiff West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PROQUEST

Further Information

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