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title: "UWQ335 - E-Books - AWARD"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6a986348-eb0a-4c7b-ac4b-954d49692e8a"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER"
published: "2026-04-14"
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# UWQ335 - E-Books - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6a986348-eb0a-4c7b-ac4b-954d49692e8a

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has completed the procurement process for the provision of E-Books, under the SUPC framework agreement LIB4061 SU, specifically targeting the industry category of library books. This contract has been awarded to EBSCO International Inc and represents a selective procurement method via a restricted procedure. The award stage is active as of 2nd April 2026, and the contract is set to commence on 1st June 2026, lasting until the end of May 2028. The procurement addresses multiple geographic locations including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and extends to Europe and other regions worldwide.

This tender presents substantial growth prospects for large businesses specialising in library and educational resources, particularly those equipped to manage digital content distribution globally. Smaller enterprises and VCSEs may find this tender challenging, given its selective procurement method and focus on broader delivery requirements. The University of Worcester's strategic position adds credibility and potential prestige for businesses participating in its wide-ranging library book procurement operations.

## Notice

This mini competition for E-Books, is being run under the SUPC framework agreement for Books, E-books, E-textbooks and Associated Services, reference LIB4061 SU, Lot 4.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b08d4124-3871-4016-a1db-abaa091b93d4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £300,000 |
| 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

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 14 Apr 2026 at 10:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b08d4124-3871-4016-a1db-abaa091b93d4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b08d4124-3871-4016-a1db-abaa091b93d4
  14th April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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