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title: "French Speaking Countries Monographs and Standing Orders"
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# French Speaking Countries Monographs and Standing Orders

Buyer: BRITISH LIBRARY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a2d6e11-d0cf-4342-a33b-397d13ba36dc

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## Summary

The British Library is currently undertaking a public procurement process for the supply of French-speaking countries monographs and standing orders as part of an open procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This framework contract, valued at £88,000, is focused on the goods category, specifically printed books. The tender period is set to conclude on 21st January 2022, with the contract expected to commence from 1st April 2022 until 31st March 2024. The delivery addresses for this procurement include locations within the UK's British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and other regions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in publishing, distribution, or provision of bibliographic services related to French literature. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they have the potential to provide competitive offerings in this niche market. Companies that are well-equipped to handle notification services, approval plans, and data processing efficiencies related to publishing will find this tender particularly suitable for their expertise.

## Notice

This framework is for the supply of French - speaking countries monographs and standing orders monographs (monographs in series on standing order and a number of multi-volume works) to the British Library. In addition to the material, the Library is seeking associated services such as notification services, approval plans, bibliographic data, EDI and process efficiencies. This procurement is being undertaken in accordance with the Open Procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The British Library cannot guarantee to maintain expenditure at any particular level for any particular element of this business.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5add0970-c8fd-430f-b043-198036a7691b |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £88,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH LIBRARY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW1 2DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | St Pancras & Somers Town |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22110000 - Printed books

## Release History

- 14 Dec 2021 at 12:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5add0970-c8fd-430f-b043-198036a7691b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5add0970-c8fd-430f-b043-198036a7691b
  14th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Printed-books./7Z25PV6KX2
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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