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title: "Purchase of print and/or ebooks."
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9e09b1e1-e139-4048-bed9-2da9e93a1391"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF KEELE"
published: "2026-02-17"
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# Purchase of print and/or ebooks.

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF KEELE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9e09b1e1-e139-4048-bed9-2da9e93a1391

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by the University of Keele involves the purchase of print and/or e-books, under the SUPC Framework Agreement for Books, e-books, and associated services. The industry category falls under Library Books (CPV 22113000), with the delivery location specified as Newcastle, England, postal code ST5 5BG. This selective procurement approach, detailed as a call-off from a framework agreement, has concluded with an active award. The contract period commenced on 6th November 2025 and is slated to continue until 30th July 2029, with a total contract value of £100,000. The award was made to Kortext Ltd, a supplier headquartered in Bournemouth, Dorset. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the award notice published on 17th February 2026.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for suppliers in the publishing and educational supply sectors, particularly those engaged in producing or distributing library books and e-book services. Although the framework agreement indicates a preference for larger suppliers, businesses that can provide comprehensive book supply and management services would be well-suited to compete in future similar tenders under this framework. With a focus on educational institutions, suppliers with innovative digital solutions and efficient logistics capabilities may find valuable opportunities in partnering with universities like Keele University.

## Notice

Call-off under the SUPC Framework Agreement for the supply of Books, e-books and associated services (LIB4061 SU)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5424995a-9259-40a1-9e59-1c2cead43a8a |
| 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 | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Nov 2025 - 30 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £100,000 |
| 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 KEELE |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Stoke-on-Trent |
| Postcode | ST5 5BG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC |
| Local authority | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Electoral ward | Keele |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle-under-Lyme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KORTEXT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 17 Feb 2026 at 15:29 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5424995a-9259-40a1-9e59-1c2cead43a8a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5424995a-9259-40a1-9e59-1c2cead43a8a
  17th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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