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title: "Print book supply from GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-472c34da-fdcc-4178-a643-63191ca2cb51"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
published: "2025-08-29"
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# Print book supply from GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-472c34da-fdcc-4178-a643-63191ca2cb51

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has completed a public procurement process for the supply of print publications via a call-off from a framework agreement. This contract, awarded to EBSCO International Inc, is valued at £65,000 and focuses on subscription services under the industry category of goods. The service location is the South West, United Kingdom, and the procurement was conducted selectively under the framework LIB4061 SU. The tender period ended on 31st July 2025, with the contract commencing on 1st August 2025 and concluding on 31st July 2026. The University of Bristol acts as the buying organisation, with contact available through their procurement office.

This tender creates opportunities for large-scale suppliers in the subscription services sector, particularly those capable of fulfilling selective procurement requirements. By engaging in such contracts with prominent institutions like the University of Bristol, businesses can secure long-term growth through consistent service provision. Although the opportunity was not identified as suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, companies that can meet the specific needs within a framework agreement will find this an excellent opportunity to enhance their business profile and secure significant contract value.

## Notice

Supply of print publications from GOBI Library Solutions from EBSCO for Library use via SUPC Framework LIB4061 SU (lot 1)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8fd9afb-8573-4cf0-83ff-4b4e14b1d596 |
| 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 | 29 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £65,000 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 29 Aug 2025 at 16:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8fd9afb-8573-4cf0-83ff-4b4e14b1d596

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8fd9afb-8573-4cf0-83ff-4b4e14b1d596
  29th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.tenders.bris.ac.uk

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