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title: "UWQ279 Serials - AWARD"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER"
published: "2024-08-07"
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# UWQ279 Serials - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-44ea1bdd-b32c-40c9-b5fe-319d5fd37828

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has awarded a contract for the supply of serials, including periodicals and associated services in both print and digital formats, to the subscription agent EBSCO INTERNATIONAL INC. This tender falls under the CPV classification 22212100 and spans the services industry category. The process used a selective procurement method under a restricted procedure, reflecting a carefully controlled contracting approach. Key dates include the end of the tender period on 10th May 2024 and the contract period running from 1st October 2024 to 30th September 2028. The contract covers a wide range of delivery locations, including the UK, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other international regions.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in the provision of serials and related services, particularly those capable of serving a broad geographical area. The sizeable contract value of £280,000 suggests significant economic potential, making it a lucrative venture for well-established suppliers in the serials and periodicals sector. Although aimed at larger entities due to the scope and scale of services required, this contract allows businesses to strengthen their portfolios and expand their market presence. Suppliers must demonstrate flexibility and capacity to manage extensive regional and global distribution to engage successfully with this opportunity.

## Notice

The University of Worcester is tendering for a new subscription agent to supply serials to the University. This mini-competition is being carried out using the SUPC's framework for Serials, Periodicals and Associated Services (Print and Digital), reference LIB4054 SU.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc4ab258-63b5-431a-a0a8-dda2819b3963 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £280,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EBSCO INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22212100 - Serials

## Release History

- 7 Aug 2024 at 14:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc4ab258-63b5-431a-a0a8-dda2819b3963

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dc4ab258-63b5-431a-a0a8-dda2819b3963
  7th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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