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title: "The Supply of Spoken Word and Large Print Material to Hampshire Library Service"
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# The Supply of Spoken Word and Large Print Material to Hampshire Library Service

Buyer: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d21156d-47e0-44f9-a86f-f4cbbda06764

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## Summary

Hampshire County Council has awarded a contract to Ulverscroft Group Limited for the supply of spoken word (audiobooks) and large print material to Hampshire's Library Service. The contract, valued at £176,000, aims to fulfil the statutory duties of the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964 by facilitating access to these resources, particularly for customers who might otherwise face accessibility barriers. The procurement process was conducted via a Single Tender Action and spans a total duration of four years, starting on 1 December 2024, and ending on 30 November 2028, with two optional one-year extensions. This contract falls under the category of Library Services (CPV Code: 92511000) and has been awarded through a direct procurement method.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the supply of educational and accessibility tools, such as audiobooks and large print materials. SMEs with expertise in library resources and a commitment to enhancing accessibility for diverse customer bases would be well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can expand their market reach, forge valuable relationships with public sector institutions, and contribute to the vital provision of inclusive library services across the South East of England.

## Notice

Hampshire County Council have awarded a contract to Ulverscroft Group Limited for supply of spoken word & large print material to Hampshire's Library Service for loan to library customers. Provision of these resources are required in order for the service to meet the statutory duties of the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964. Spoken-Word (Audiobooks) and Large Print books are a key aspect of service provision for all customers and the format especially facilitates access to books for customers who may be unable to access them elsewhere. The contract was awarded via a Single Tender Action and has a total value of PS176,000 with a duration of 2 years with two optional one year extensions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5027684-e2c8-4cf0-82ce-a545af350d15 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Dec 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2024 - 30 Nov 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £176,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £176,000 |
| 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 | HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | WINCHESTER |
| Post town | Southampton |
| Postcode | SO23 8UJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | St Michael |
| Westminster constituency | Winchester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULVERSCROFT GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 20 Dec 2024 at 15:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5027684-e2c8-4cf0-82ce-a545af350d15

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5027684-e2c8-4cf0-82ce-a545af350d15
  20th December 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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