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title: "Ebsco (Bloomsbury EBA via Gobi) Evidence based acquisition for 1-year for all colleges to 30/04/2026 under Books, e-Books and e-textbooks Framework - Lot 4.2 (LIB4044SU)"
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# Ebsco (Bloomsbury EBA via Gobi) Evidence based acquisition for 1-year for all colleges to 30/04/2026 under Books, e-Books and e-textbooks Framework - Lot 4.2 (LIB4044SU)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-12dc336b-aecf-4f13-8b9f-22bb0533c588

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## Summary

The University of the West of England has completed the procurement process for a 1-year evidence-based acquisition contract under the Books, e-Books, and e-Textbooks Framework involving Bloomsbury resources via Gobi, with an end date of 30th April 2026. Positioned in the library and educational materials industry, this selective procurement was structured as a call-off from a framework agreement, with a total contract value of £61,890. The contract, located in Bristol, England, specifically at the Frenchay Campus with postcode BS16 1QY, was awarded to Ebsco Information Services on 30th April 2025, following its publication on 15th May 2025.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in academic publishing and library services. Given its nature as a framework agreement, it is particularly advantageous for suppliers who are seasoned in dealing with educational institutions' material requirements. Large-scale enterprises, such as those with a comprehensive portfolio of printed and digital media solutions, are well-suited to engage with this procurement framework, as the University's specification aligns with mass resource provision and evidence-based procurement strategies.

## Notice

Ebsco (Bloomsbury EBA via Gobi) Evidence based acquisition for 1-year for all colleges to 30/04/2026 under Books, e-Books and e-textbooks Framework - Lot 4.2 (LIB4044SU)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c70a4e5-ba3a-430e-889b-1817775497ad |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Apr 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £61,890 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,890 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EBSCO INFORMATION SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 15 May 2025 at 10:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c70a4e5-ba3a-430e-889b-1817775497ad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c70a4e5-ba3a-430e-889b-1817775497ad
  15th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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