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title: "E-Books and printed publications"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-81116eb8-a179-4f84-8d5f-e1e70aef746e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA"
published: "2025-03-31"
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# E-Books and printed publications

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-81116eb8-a179-4f84-8d5f-e1e70aef746e

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## Summary

The University of East Anglia has completed the procurement process for the supply of e-books and printed publications under tender reference PURCON 2163. This contract, valued at £300,000, falls within the printed books industry category (CPV code 22110000) and involves a framework call-off agreement. The contract, awarded to EBSCO International Inc., will run from 13 March 2025 to 31 July 2026, with the delivery location being Norwich Research Park, NR4 4TJ, England. The procurement method utilised was a selective call-off from a framework agreement, with the tender stage culminating in an award on 12 March 2025 and the notice published on 31 March 2025.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the publishing and supply of e-books and printed publications to engage with a reputable buyer like the University of East Anglia. Large-scale suppliers, particularly those with experience in framework agreements, would be well-suited to compete in such procurement processes. The strategic partnership with the University could foster growth and provide a stable revenue stream through the duration of the contract, enabling suppliers to expand their market reach within the academic and research sectors.

## Notice

Supply of e-books and printed publications. Framework call-off agreement SUPC LIB4044 SU. Lots 1 & 4.1

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68092f7b-aa2d-4b36-85df-7c5e4ada3d72 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| 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 EAST ANGLIA |
| Locality | NORWICH |
| Post town | Norwich |
| Postcode | NR4 7TJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH5 Norfolk |
| ITL 3 | TLH51 Norwich and East Norfolk |
| Local authority | Norwich |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Norwich South |
| 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

- 22110000 - Printed books

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2025 at 08:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68092f7b-aa2d-4b36-85df-7c5e4ada3d72

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68092f7b-aa2d-4b36-85df-7c5e4ada3d72
  31st March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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