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title: "Library Stock"
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buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
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# Library Stock

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a3349b7d-4807-4875-b338-e72eff147a3f

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## Summary

The Essex County Council has completed a tender process for the supply of shelf-ready library stock, with a total contract value of £1,626,000. The procurement method used was selective, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. The tender period ended on 30th November 2021, and the contract will be in effect from 1st December 2021 to 30th November 2023. The award was granted to Askews and Holts Library Services Ltd. The procurement falls under the goods category and is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The contract was signed on 6th December 2021.

This tender for library stock supply by Essex County Council presents business growth opportunities for suppliers of adult and children's library stock, audiovisual materials, and related items. SMEs that specialise in library services and stock provision would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Businesses based in the East of England region, particularly in Essex, would find this opportunity geographically convenient. As the contract value is substantial (£1,626,000), successful suppliers can expand their operations and establish long-term partnerships with the public sector, enhancing their market presence and revenue streams.

## Notice

24 month Contract Extension utilised. 2 year Extension value PS1,626,000.00. Provision for the supply of shelf ready library stock: Lot 1 - Adult stock and reference books Lot 2 - Childrens' stock Lot 3 - audio visual stock

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c629718-4e8d-4a64-965f-3a263224c9e1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,626,000 |
| 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 | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASKEWS AND HOLTS LIBRARY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books
- 30234300 - Compact disks (CDs)
- 30234400 - Digital versatile disks (DVDs)

## Release History

- 5 Jan 2024 at 19:41 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c629718-4e8d-4a64-965f-3a263224c9e1
- 14 Dec 2021 at 14:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c629718-4e8d-4a64-965f-3a263224c9e1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0c629718-4e8d-4a64-965f-3a263224c9e1
  5th January 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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