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title: "Software as a service library system"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH"
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# Software as a service library system

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9b182fa8-fad4-45ca-b2cd-f112cc4ba419

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## Summary

The procurement process for a "Software as a service library system" has been completed by the UNIVERSITY OF PLYMOUTH, based in Plymouth, England. This project falls under the library software package category (CPV code 48160000) and had a total contract value of £289,205. The procurement method used was a limited procedure without prior publication, with the tender period ending on 26th August 2020 and the contract period spanning from 2nd September 2020 to 1st September 2022. The contract has been awarded to EX LIBRIS (UK) LIMITED as of 27th August 2020.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses in the software and technology sector, particularly those specialising in library management systems and related services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could benefit greatly, as the contracting authority has indicated a preference for SMEs in this procurement. Companies adept in delivering software solutions that facilitate the management of both physical and digital publications would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar contracts in future procurement processes.

## Notice

This is to cover years 3 and 4 of a licensing agreement for the University's embedded library system ( software system). To allow management of hard copy and soft copy publications and subscriptions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bc0de5e-e4ae-46a2-8c9d-cf5f33803649 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Negotiated procedure without prior publication (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Oct 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2020 - 1 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £289,205 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £289,205 |
| 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 PLYMOUTH |
| Locality | PLYMOUTH |
| Post town | Plymouth |
| Postcode | PL4 8AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK41 Plymouth |
| Local authority | Plymouth |
| Electoral ward | Drake |
| Westminster constituency | Plymouth Sutton and Devonport |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EX LIBRIS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package

## Release History

- 29 Oct 2020 at 12:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bc0de5e-e4ae-46a2-8c9d-cf5f33803649

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0bc0de5e-e4ae-46a2-8c9d-cf5f33803649
  29th October 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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