Subscription to Financial Times 205/2026

BORDER TO COAST PENSIONS PARTNERSHIP

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process described involves the contract award by Border to Coast Pensions Partnership Limited, a public authority within the sub-central government sector in Leeds, United Kingdom. The contract, entitled "Subscription to Financial Times 2025/2026", covers a one-year subscription to FT.com Premium for 135 readers and is valued at £35,790. The procurement method employed was direct, executed below the threshold without competition. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract signed on 2nd July 2025, effective from 3rd July 2025 through 2nd July 2026. The industry category is classified under goods, focusing specifically on newspapers, journals, periodicals, and magazines.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the media and publications industry, especially those offering services that may complement such high-profile subscriptions. Large-scale suppliers, like Financial Times Limited, which fulfil the requirements of direct procurement methods and can provide comprehensive content services, are well-suited to compete in such tenders. Businesses capable of delivering specialised publications to a focused readership could also explore similar opportunities for growth by aligning their offerings with the needs of governmental and public sector clients. The process encourages firms to consider strategies for direct engagement in competitive yet niche market segments.

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Subscription to Financial Times 205/2026

BORDER TO COAST PENSIONS PARTNERSHIP

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

3rd July 2025 09:31:36 AM
Contract Summary

This is a 1 year license for a subscription to FT.com Premium for 135 readers incl. 83 core readers. Cost £35,790
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

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Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

Direct

Procurement Method Details

Below Threshold - Without Competition

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

BORDER TO COAST PENSIONS PARTNERSHIP

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@bordertocoast.org.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

5th Floor Toronto Square

Leeds

LS1 2HJ

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

FINANCIAL TIMES LIMITED(THE)

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Subscription to Financial Times 205/2026

BORDER TO COAST PENSIONS PARTNERSHIP

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Awarded Supplier(s)