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title: "Large Print and Talking Books 2018"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-add98597-363d-47dd-9e21-98df74f25780"
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buyer: "CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2018-03-15"
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# Large Print and Talking Books 2018

Buyer: CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-add98597-363d-47dd-9e21-98df74f25780

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "Large Print and Talking Books 2018" was initiated by Cumbria County Council, which aims to source suppliers for the acquisition, cataloguing, servicing, and delivery of large print and talking book materials for the Cumbria Library Service. The total value of this contract is £390,000, and it falls under the printed matter and related products industry category. The contract period begins on 1st April 2018 and concludes on 31st March 2021. The tender was processed using an open procurement method, with the tender period closing on 16th February 2018.

This award presents considerable opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in publishing, printing, and supply chain logistics within the literary sector. Companies that specialise in large print and audio materials, as well as those who can provide comprehensive cataloguing and delivery services, would be well positioned to compete in this procurement process. Engaging with Cumbria County Council could foster valuable partnerships and promote growth in the competitive landscape of public sector supply.

## Notice

Award Notice re Cumbria County Council appointed Suppliers for the acquisition, cataloguing, servicing and delivery of all Large Print and Talking Book materials for Cumbria Library Service.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ffd25f0-6edb-430e-aec2-e10c025fed31 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £390,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £390,000 |
| 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 | CUMBRIA COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CARLISLE |
| Post town | Carlisle |
| Postcode | CA1 1RZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD1 Cumbria |
| ITL 3 | TLD13 Cumberland |
| Local authority | Cumberland |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Carlisle |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | BOLINDA; MAGNA LARGE PRINT BOOKS; ULVERSCROFT LARGE PRINT BOOKS; W F HOWES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products

## Release History

- 15 Mar 2018 at 09:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ffd25f0-6edb-430e-aec2-e10c025fed31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ffd25f0-6edb-430e-aec2-e10c025fed31
  15th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=41daff6a-c5fa-e711-80ea-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cumbria.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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