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title: "GB-Manchester: ACE 644 STA - Library Sector research"
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# GB-Manchester: ACE 644 STA - Library Sector research

Buyer: THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2cc7d2e7-04c1-4b2a-b4ae-0a14fd425f13

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## Summary

The Arts Council of England (ACE) has concluded a procurement process for the project titled "GB-Manchester: ACE 644 STA - Library Sector research". This contract, valued at £43,500, involves undertaking an outcome-led research project to synthesise findings from previous government-funded research into the public library sector, mapping it to the missions of the new government. The awarded tender, finalised on 27th November 2024, covers a contract period from 1st December 2024 to 31st March 2025. The industry category for this procurement is "Market and economic research; polling and statistics" (CPV: 79300000). The research will cater to various locations, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the rest of the world.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity, particularly suited for large organisations specialising in market and economic research within the library and public sectors. Businesses with the capability to comprehensively analyse and integrate diverse research outcomes to align with government missions could benefit significantly from this contract, potentially enhancing their market credibility and portfolio. The successful bidder, the Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (CILIP), highlights the scope for established entities with substantial expertise in the field to engage in significant public sector projects, paving the way for growth and expanded influence within the industry.

## Notice

Undertaking an outcome-led research project synthesising the learnings from previous government-funded research into the public library sector and mapping it to the missions of the new government.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4846da44-5fd6-499f-895e-da112068b69f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Nov 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £43,500 |
| 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 | THE ARTS COUNCIL OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 1FN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION PROFESSIONALS (CI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79300000 - Market and economic research; polling and statistics

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2024 at 16:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4846da44-5fd6-499f-895e-da112068b69f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4846da44-5fd6-499f-895e-da112068b69f
  19th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=911385326
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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