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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process overseen by North Ayrshire Council involved the tender titled "Library Books & Text Books," aimed at acquiring goods within the educational sector. Located in Irvine, UK, this procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract awarded on 21 October 2013, for a total value of £342,024.03. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure and was classified under the CPV code 22113000. The authority's contact details indicate that interested parties can reach out to the Corporate Procurement Team for further inquiries.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply of library books and educational materials, particularly those capable of fulfilling large-scale contracts. Companies such as publishers, book distributors, and educational supply firms will find this procurement relevant, as it offers the potential for contracts that support educational institutions. Having experienced competitors in the field may enhance the chances of successful bidding for businesses looking to grow in the public procurement landscape.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Library Books & Text Books

Notice Description

Library Books & Text Books

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000510451
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP294278
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22112000 - Textbooks

22113000 - Library books

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£342,024 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Sep 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 201312 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
North Ayrshire Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
IRVINE
Postcode
KA12 8EE
Postcode Area
Kilmarnock
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire
Delivery Location
TLM93 North Ayrshire and East Ayrshire

Local Authority
North Ayrshire
Electoral Ward
Irvine South
Westminster Constituency
Central Ayrshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
13
Supplier Names

Bertram Library Services

Blackwells

Browns Books for Students

Changeover T/A Moovies Distribution

Hodder Gibson Education

John Smith & Son

KELVIN BOOKS LTD

Pearson Education Ltd

Peters Limited

Prim-Ed Publishing Ltd

TeeJay Publishers

Waterstone's Booksellers Limited

scotia and chameleon books ltd

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