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Book Distribution

Historic Environment Scotland

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

22 May 2018 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Tender

08 Mar 2018 at 00:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Historic Environment Scotland, located at Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh, is currently engaged in the 'Book Distribution' procurement process, having initiated it through an open tender. The target industry for this procurement falls under tourism and built environment conservation services. The tender, which seeks a contractor to warehouse and distribute publications, has key dates including a tender closing date on 9th April 2018, with an award period slated to commence thereafter. The associated contract is valued at £46,000, reflecting the importance of high standards in stock handling and the capability to manage international deliveries.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the logistics and distribution sectors, particularly those with expertise in handling publications and book management. Companies with the ability to uphold environmental standards while demonstrating robust qualifications and financial stability would be well-positioned to compete. This contract not only provides a lucrative engagement but also offers the potential for long-term partnerships with a respected public agency, contributing to the growth and visibility of businesses in the cultural and educational sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Book Distribution

Notice Description

Historic Environment Scotland is seeking a Contractor to warehouse and distribute publications produced by Historic Environment Scotland.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Historic Environment Scotland is seeking a Contractor to warehouse and distribute publications produced by the Historic Environment Scotland. The publications must be stored in the correct environment and the contractor must have a commitment to the highest standards of stock handling. The Contractor must have the capability to receive international deliveries and international orders and provide book handling skills including but not limited to re-jacketing books and quality checking of printed books.

Renewal: The Contract will cover the period from 21st May 2018 to 20th May 2020 with 1 (one) option to extend for an additional 24 months. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 (four) years dependent upon satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319737
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79824000 - Printing and distribution services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£46,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Apr 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 May 20188 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Contract will be retendered by spring 2022.

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Historic Environment Scotland
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH9 1SH
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Southside/Newington
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BookSource

Further Information

Notice Documents

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