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title: "Books, eBooks and associated services"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7b6a13d6-e44a-4775-a2bd-85f2d9befc13"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)"
published: "2022-08-08"
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# Books, eBooks and associated services

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM (THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b6a13d6-e44a-4775-a2bd-85f2d9befc13

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## Summary

The University of Nottingham is currently engaging in the procurement process for "Books, eBooks and associated services," classified under library services. This tender is based in the East Midlands, United Kingdom, and it has reached the award stage as of 1st August 2022, with a contract value of £4,400,000. The initial contract period commenced on 1st August 2022 and runs until 31st July 2026, with options to extend for an additional two years. The procurement method followed is selective, deriving from a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 31st July 2022.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of printed books, e-books, e-textbooks, and related services, particularly those that can cater to library systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate in this procurement, given the suitability designation favouring them. Businesses with capabilities in content aggregation and library services can leverage this contract to expand their customer base within educational institutions and achieve growth in the academic sector.

## Notice

Awarded - For the purchase of printed books, e-books, and e-textbooks along with any associated services via content aggregators, for library use. Contract for 2 years initial term with options to extend for a further 1 + 1 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c99f3e9d-4ecb-4b76-b710-e091aa0be2f1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2022 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £4,400,000 |
| 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 NOTTINGHAM (THE) |
| Locality | NOTTINGHAM |
| Post town | Nottingham |
| Postcode | NG7 2NR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham |
| Local authority | Nottingham |
| Electoral ward | Lenton & Wollaton East |
| Westminster constituency | Nottingham South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | A.T. LITTLE & SONS; EBSCO INTERNATIONAL; HOUTSCHILD INTERNATIONAL BOOKSELLERS; PROQUEST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 8 Aug 2022 at 10:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c99f3e9d-4ecb-4b76-b710-e091aa0be2f1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c99f3e9d-4ecb-4b76-b710-e091aa0be2f1
  8th August 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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