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title: "Subscription to family history databases"
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buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# Subscription to family history databases

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-66075a65-b78d-4311-a4fb-b4e61480db98

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for a subscription to family history databases, specifically providing public access to Findmypast and the British Newspaper Archive through library computers. This contract falls under the industry category of Library software package and Library management services, with a total value of £30,000. The contract is situated in the East Midlands, United Kingdom. The procurement process was conducted under the "Other - Waiver" method, with the tender period closing on January 21, 2025. The contract period spans from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027. A formal award was made on January 21, 2025, with publication of the award notice on February 17, 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in library software and management services. Large-scale suppliers with the capability to handle the provision and maintenance of family history database subscriptions for public libraries are well-suited to capitalise on such contracts. The provider, JCS Online Resources, exemplifies the type of business that could gain from similar procurement opportunities, benefiting from the steady and defined contract period. Engaging in this procurement allows businesses to enhance their portfolios, establish long-term partnerships with local councils, and contribute to the enhancement of public library services in the East Midlands.

## Notice

Public access to Findmypast and the British Newspaper Archive through library computers

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98485298-6d0e-4a41-a06a-82d61a82cbb7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Waiver |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £30,000 |
| 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JCS ONLINE RESOURCES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package
- 79995000 - Library management services

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2025 at 14:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98485298-6d0e-4a41-a06a-82d61a82cbb7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98485298-6d0e-4a41-a06a-82d61a82cbb7
  17th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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