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title: "The Supply Of European Printed Music to the British Library"
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buyer: "THE BRITISH LIBRARY"
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# The Supply Of European Printed Music to the British Library

Buyer: THE BRITISH LIBRARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63e97bd8-e138-4dfe-aaa9-f70926d78897

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## Summary

The British Library has awarded a contract for the supply of printed music, predominantly sourced from Europe, with a total value of £225,000. This procurement process was conducted through an open tender method, and the contract covers the period from 31 March 2020 to 30 March 2023. The tender period concluded on 13 February 2020, and the procurement was classified under the category of goods, specifically printed music. The buying organisation is located in Wetherby, United Kingdom.

This award presents significant opportunities for businesses in the printed music industry, particularly those that can provide high-quality scholarly editions as well as performer-focused editions. Suppliers with a strong capability in sourcing European publications will find this contract particularly relevant, and larger suppliers, given the scale of the contract, might be best positioned to compete effectively. Businesses looking to expand their reach in the academic and performance sectors of music publishing should consider engaging with the British Library for future tenders.

## Notice

The material required under this contract is printed music published and commercially available primarily in Europe ranging from editions and facsimiles of a high scholarly standard (including full critical apparatus) to less scholarly editions of a high standard aimed towards the performer. A small number of orders may be placed for printed music published and commercially available outside Europe.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6a24cd5-b400-4156-8f53-280fedff563a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Feb 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2020 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2020 - 30 Mar 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £225,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £225,000 |
| 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 | THE BRITISH LIBRARY |
| Locality | WETHERBY |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS23 7BQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Wetherby |
| Westminster constituency | Wetherby and Easingwold |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OTTO HARRASSOWITZ |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22114400 - Printed music

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2020 at 10:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6a24cd5-b400-4156-8f53-280fedff563a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f6a24cd5-b400-4156-8f53-280fedff563a
  20th February 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=473850605
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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