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Call off contract awarded via the EBSCO Framework Agreement LIB4054 SU, 1 Jan 26 - 31 Dec 28

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES

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09 Mar 2026 at 15:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of South Wales, based in Pontypridd, has awarded a call-off contract under the EBSCO Framework Agreement LIB4054 SU for the provision of serials, periodicals, and associated services in both print and digital formats. This contract spans from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2028 and falls under the services category, specifically targeting journals, periodicals, and serials. The procurement process has reached the award stage with the contract being signed on 6th March 2026. This framework agreement offers opportunities for the business community within the academic services sector, with significant financial scope as evidenced by the contract value of £781,552.50.

Business entities specialising in publishing, distribution, or digital library services that provide serials and periodicals would find this contract particularly advantageous for growth. By engaging with the University of South Wales, they can leverage ongoing collaboration within the education sector, enhancing their reputation and expanding their market presence. Companies that can supply and manage diverse serials, including those utilising advanced digital platforms, would have a competitive edge in such contracts. The framework agreement nature of this contract allows for flexibility and recurring opportunities over its term, making it ideal for businesses aiming to develop long-term relationships within the higher education industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Call off contract awarded via the EBSCO Framework Agreement LIB4054 SU, 1 Jan 26 - 31 Dec 28

Notice Description

Call off contract awarded via the EBSCO Framework Agreement LIB4054 SU - for Serials, Periodicals, and Associated Services (Print & Digital), 1 Jan 26 - 31 Dec 28

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-kuma6s-162629
Publication Source
Sell2Wales
Latest Notice
https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=162629
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
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

22211000 - Journals

22212000 - Periodicals

22212100 - Serials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£781,552 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20261 weeks 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PONTYPRIDD
Postcode
CF37 1DL
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Treforest
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

EBSCO INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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