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Times Digital Achive

LEEDS CITY COUNCIL

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01 Sep 2025 at 14:05

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20 Aug 2025 at 15:47

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by Leeds City Council involves the provision of access to historical newspaper articles, titled "Times Digital Achive". Classified under the industry category of goods, specifically newspapers, journals, periodicals, and magazines, this contract has reached its award stage. The procurement method employed was direct, below threshold without competition, reflecting a streamlined approach. The contract, active since 20th August 2025, will continue until 28th February 2026. The delivery covers numerous UK regions including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. Key deadlines include the award date on 28th April 2025 and the contract signing on 29th May 2025, with the contract being publicly documented on 1st September 2025.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for large businesses, particularly those involved in the supply and distribution of digital media content. Companies specialising in the curation and archival of historical publications have the potential to leverage their expertise, providing significant value to public authorities looking to enrich their digital archives. As the procurement was handled as a direct award to Cengage Learning (EMEA) Ltd, this indicates a robust opportunity for businesses capable of fulfilling niche government contracts. This procurement process underscores the potential for growth by showcasing the ability to cater to specific government needs in niche market segments.

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Notice Title

Times Digital Achive

Notice Description

Provision of access to historical newspaper articles

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058ba6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052868-2025
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


CPV Codes

22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£12,155 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£12,155 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
19 Aug 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LEEDS CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
cpu@leeds.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS1 1UR
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Little London & Woodhouse
Westminster Constituency
Leeds Central and Headingley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CENGAGE LEARNING (EMEA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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