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title: "EBSCO Journals - Subscription Renewals"
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# EBSCO Journals - Subscription Renewals

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9ca5e799-f6b5-46b1-9a53-4fd20600d2c8

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## Summary

The University of the West of England in Bristol has completed a procurement process for "EBSCO Journals - Subscription Renewals" as part of a joint consortia agreement, with the contract reference LIB4054 SU. This procurement falls under the industry category of subscription services (CPV code 79980000) and is meant to cover the period from 4th July 2025 to 31st July 2026. The contract, valued at £165,000, was awarded on 3rd July 2025 and is designated to serve the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used was a selective process, specifically, a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for large-scale businesses in the subscription services sector, particularly those with existing framework agreements. Although the process is complete, understanding the dynamics of such tenders can provide valuable insights for potential suppliers. Companies in the information services industry, like Ebsco Information Services—which was awarded the contract—can use this agreement to enhance their business portfolio and credibility within the academic sector. Future similar opportunities can serve as growth avenues for companies that can provide tailored subscription services to educational institutions.

## Notice

EBSCO Journals - Subscription Renewals for CATE/CBAL/CHSS until 31/07/2026 Joint Consortia Agreement Ref LIB4054 SU

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/382e7654-0846-4f1b-8ed0-a03493692166 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 21 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 3 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £165,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £165,000 |
| 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 THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EBSCO INFORMATION SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2025 at 10:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/382e7654-0846-4f1b-8ed0-a03493692166

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/382e7654-0846-4f1b-8ed0-a03493692166
  21st October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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