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title: "The Cochrane Library and Wiley Online Library (WOL)"
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# The Cochrane Library and Wiley Online Library (WOL)

Buyer: NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2907d2da-8d35-4d8a-af9b-661d2fa73fb3

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the National Institute For Health And Care Excellence, which is based in Manchester, England. The contract, titled "The Cochrane Library and Wiley Online Library (WOL)," pertains to subscription services for three Cochrane databases. This tender falls under the research and development services industry category and has reached the Award stage. The contract was awarded on 1st April 2017, and the contract period extends from 1st May 2017 to 30th April 2020. This procurement was conducted using a limited method, specifically through negotiation without a call for competition.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the education and subscription services sector, particularly those focusing on research and development or similar consultancy services. Companies capable of providing digital access to research databases or those involved in higher education services would be well-positioned to compete. As the awarded contract has a sizable value of £830,000, it represents a significant opportunity for growth and collaboration in public sector procurement.

## Notice

Subscription to 3 Cochrane databases

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfcd8d95-a489-440b-b8ab-e3fa1ce92ef3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated without a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jul 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2017 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 30 Apr 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £830,000 |
| 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 | NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH AND CARE EXCELLENCE |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 4BT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHN WILEY & SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 80300000 - Higher education services
- 80400000 - Adult and other education services

## Release History

- 18 Jul 2017 at 15:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfcd8d95-a489-440b-b8ab-e3fa1ce92ef3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfcd8d95-a489-440b-b8ab-e3fa1ce92ef3
  18th July 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4a406397-ec30-4de6-b67a-25f0bff5625e
  Contract

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