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06 Jul 2026 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the University of East Anglia, a sub-central government public authority, involved the award of a contract for "SAGE Research Methods (3 collections plus core top-up)." This initiative falls under the goods category and took place at Norwich Research Park, Norwich, within the UKH15 region of the United Kingdom. The procedure reached the award stage, with a contract being signed on 19 June 2026, and its duration spanning from 20 June 2026 to 6 July 2026. This procurement was classified under a direct method, allowing for a contract valued at £56,010.75 without competitive bidding due to being below the threshold.

This tender presents growth opportunities for companies specialising in printed books, subscription services, e-learning services, and database services, as these areas align with SAGE Research Methods offerings. Large-scale enterprises and SMEs knowledgeable in providing comprehensive research and methodology tools might find this sector beneficial, offering a chance to establish ongoing partnerships with significant educational institutes like the University of East Anglia. The collaboration with SAGE Publications Limited illustrates the scope for businesses in related fields to leverage such contractual relationships to enhance their business portfolio.

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Notice Title

SAGE Research Methods (3 collections plus core top-up)

Notice Description

SAGE Research Methods is an online learning platform providing comprehensive resources to support research and methodology skills

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c421
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063121-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets

22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines

72320000 - Database services

79980000 - Subscription services

80420000 - E-learning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£56,010 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jun 2026 - 6 Jul 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
NORWICH
Postcode
NR4 7TJ
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH5 Norfolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Norwich
Electoral Ward
University
Westminster Constituency
Norwich South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SAGE PUBLICATIONS

Further Information

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