Award

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Large Print and Audio Books

CAERPHILLY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Caerphilly County Borough Council has successfully completed the award stage of its framework agreement for the supply of Large Print and Audiobooks. The framework, aimed at supporting the Council's Library Services, is divided into two lots: Lot 1 for Large Print Books and Lot 2 for Audiobooks. This initiative falls under the 'goods' category, specifically targeting 'Library books' (CPV: 22113000). The contract was awarded on 1st May 2025, with Bolinda UK being one of the awarded suppliers. The framework period is set from 1st May 2025 to 31st March 2029, with an option for a 12-month extension. The announcement of this award signifies the project's current status, indicating that the agreement is active and fully operational.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the publishing, media, and library supply industries, particularly those specializing in large print and audio formats. The open procurement method allowed for a competitive process, and businesses with the capability to meet the demands of such specialized products are well-positioned to explore further opportunities as part of this framework. Consortia bidding was deemed suitable, encouraging collaboration among smaller or niche providers. The longstanding framework duration ensures potential for sustained business growth for successful suppliers engaged in delivering innovative solutions and quality services to the public sector.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Supply of Large Print and Audio Books

Notice Description

Caerphilly County Borough Council's Library Services was seeking to implement a framework agreement for the supply of Large Print and Audiobooks and has awarded a framework agreement to two providers outlined in this contract notice. This contract notice is to notify the market of a contract award and is not a call for competition.The Framework Agreement is set out into two lots as follows:Lot 1 - Large Print BooksLot 2 - AudiobooksThe fundamental purpose of the framework was to seek suitable suppliers who can provide large print books and / or audio books to the Council.The framework period for the Provision of Large Print Books and Audio Books is from 01 May 2025 - 31 March 2029 with an option to extend for up to a twelve (12) months.Full details can be found in the ITT

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-147992
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=147992
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£104,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Not Specified
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CAERPHILLY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Leah Emery, Mark Jones
Contact Email
emeryl@caerphilly.gov.uk, jonesma@caerphilly.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1443863161, +44 1443866560

Buyer Location

Locality
HENGOED
Postcode
CF82 7PG
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL53 Gwent Valleys
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Caerphilly
Electoral Ward
Ystrad Mynach
Westminster Constituency
Caerphilly

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOLINDA

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