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LexisNexis

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY

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29 Jul 2025 at 15:32

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by Bath Spa University pertains to a contract titled "LexisNexis" within the library services industry category. Situated in Bath, UK, this procurement falls under the services main category, specifically described as "Lexis+ Research". The process, which has reached the award stage, involved a direct award without prior publication due to the sole provider nature of the service needed. The contract, valued at £100,524, was signed on 1 September 2024 and covers services across the UK region. This procurement did not involve competitive bidding as it utilised a limited procurement method, noting that the activity was outside the scope of the usual directive application.

This tender offers substantial business growth potential, particularly for firms specialising in library and information services, given the critical role such services play in educational institutions. While the opportunity was limited to a single supplier due to its specialised nature, businesses in related sectors can glean insights into the types of competitive advantages and sole provider arrangements that can make them attractive candidates for future direct awards at universities and similar establishments. Companies offering innovative, niche services akin to Lexis+ Research should consider enhancing their profiles and engaging with public bodies to explore similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

LexisNexis

Notice Description

Lexis+ Research

Procurement Information

Direct- Sole provider

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056868
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043997-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£100,524 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Aug 20241 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BATH SPA UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
BSU Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@bathspa.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BATH
Postcode
BA2 9BN
Post Town
Bath
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Saltford
Westminster Constituency
North East Somerset and Hanham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LEXISNEXIS

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