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title: "Call-off EBSCO Database - Subscription Renewals for CATE/CBAL/CHSS to 31/07/2025"
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# Call-off EBSCO Database - Subscription Renewals for CATE/CBAL/CHSS to 31/07/2025

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1a99926d-2ae6-4f6f-8f3d-7c2921a408be

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## Summary

The University of the West of England (UWE), located at Frenchay Campus, Coldharbour Lane, Bristol, BS16 1QY, has completed the contracting process for the call-off of the EBSCO Database subscription renewals for CATE/CBAL/CHSS, effective until 31 July 2025. This procurement belongs to the database services industry category, with the classification covering library, archives, museums, and other cultural services. The contract, valued at £355,600 GBP, was awarded to Ebsco Information Services. The selective procurement method was used, specifying a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 22 July 2024, with the contract running from 23 July 2024 to 31 July 2025. Key dates include the award status update on 22 July 2024 and publication date on 20 August 2024.

This tender provides significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for firms specialising in databases, library services, and educational and research support. Large-scale companies, similar to Ebsco Information Services, who can offer extensive catalogue and subscription services, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Establishing a partnership with a prominent educational institution like UWE can enhance reputation and potentially lead to more collaborations in the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

Framework Ref: LIB4044 SU Call-off EBSCO Database - Subscription Renewals for CATE/CBAL/CHSS to 31/07/2025

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/656b428d-1444-4530-9dde-e40f5b50e7d0 |
| 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 | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £355,600 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £355,600 |
| 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

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 72320000 - Database services
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2025 at 13:58 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/656b428d-1444-4530-9dde-e40f5b50e7d0
- 20 Aug 2024 at 14:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/656b428d-1444-4530-9dde-e40f5b50e7d0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/656b428d-1444-4530-9dde-e40f5b50e7d0
  4th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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