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title: "Journals-Research Library"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7cb4c2aa-0230-4c7f-b3c5-599faa92552e"
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# Journals-Research Library

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7cb4c2aa-0230-4c7f-b3c5-599faa92552e

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## Summary

The Department for Work and Pensions has successfully completed a procurement process titled "Journals-Research Library" within the IT services industry category. Based in Blackpool, England, this tender involved the procurement of journal subscriptions for business-related insights, research, and personal development purposes. The contract, valued at £150,000, was initiated through a tender method, with a contract period running from 31 December 2017 to 30 December 2020. The tender’s deadline was set for 30 November 2017, after which the contract details were published on 24 April 2018.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in journal subscription services, particularly those offering IT consulting and software development. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. By engaging in this procurement process, such businesses can enhance their visibility and market reach, aiming to secure contracts related to similar service offerings within the public sector.

## Notice

Journal Subscriptions for business related insight, research and personal development purposes in 3 different service offerings and 2 different formats (Print, Electronic or a combination of both)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79b87932-8815-4b3f-b485-589b9df1da0a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Dec 2017 - 30 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY4 5ES |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Stanley |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LM TIETOPALVELUT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

## Release History

- 24 Apr 2018 at 12:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79b87932-8815-4b3f-b485-589b9df1da0a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/79b87932-8815-4b3f-b485-589b9df1da0a
  24th April 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/11b5b8d3-5a18-4477-84c5-f1b390106e60
  redacted signed contract

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