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Alma and Primo (Library Systems) support and subscription 30/7/2024-29/7/2025

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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03 Mar 2026 at 15:13

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham, situated in Edgbaston, Birmingham, is seeking support and subscription services for its Alma and Primo Library Systems for the period from 30 July 2024 to 29 July 2025. Categorised under Software package and information systems, the procurement process was conducted through a direct method, below threshold without competition, and has reached the award stage. Ex Libris (UK) Limited, based in Cambridge, has been selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £126,963.20 with a gross amount of £152,355.84, was signed on 27 July 2025 and remains active. This process is managed under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in library systems and software services to expand their offerings to academic institutions. Companies adept at managing subscription-based models or providing technical support will find this tender particularly relevant. The nature of the contract, being awarded without competition, highlights the importance of existing relationships and expertise in the area. Businesses with a focus on educational and public sector markets, particularly SMEs like Ex Libris (UK) Limited, are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities that may arise in supporting digital infrastructure for educational organisations.

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Notice Title

Alma and Primo (Library Systems) support and subscription 30/7/2024-29/7/2025

Notice Description

Alma and Primo (Library Systems) support and subscription 30/7/2024-29/7/2025 As per the SSA process

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066138
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019073-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£126,963 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jul 20258 months ago
Contract Period
27 Jul 2025 - 29 Jul 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EX LIBRIS (UK

Further Information

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