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title: "E-Textbooks"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER"
published: "2026-02-18"
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# E-Textbooks

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WORCESTER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bcf111f1-45bc-47d6-8124-a5f82246760c

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## Summary

The University of Worcester has completed the procurement process for its E-books requirement, under the Books, E-books and Associated Services Framework of SUPC Lot 7. The procurement falls within the textbooks industry category and has been awarded to BibliU Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), with a contract value of £50,000. The contract is set to run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027. Conducted through a selective procurement method as a call-off from a framework agreement, this process highlighted the suitability for SMEs, while excluding voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). The contract will be fulfilled at the location of the University of Worcester, postal code WR26AJ, England.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for SMEs specialising in digital content solutions, specifically in the provision of e-books and related services. Effective engagement in such procurement processes can facilitate business growth for tech companies and educational content providers focusing on academic markets. Firms with existing framework agreements can leverage their position to capitalise on similar opportunities, particularly those capable of meeting the specified delivery address requirements and adapting to the needs of higher education institutions. Such contracts can bolster business portfolios and enhance market positioning within the educational content industry.

## Notice

Utilising the Books, E-books and Associated services Framework provided by SUPC LIB4061 SU, Lot 7. The University of Worcester is awarding the contract for our E-books requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8d0a1c-69e2-4d9c-9e16-df71ec04cf6e |
| 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 | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 WORCESTER |
| Locality | WORCESTER |
| Post town | Worcester |
| Postcode | WR2 6AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC |
| Local authority | Worcester |
| Electoral ward | St Clement |
| Westminster constituency | Worcester |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22112000 - Textbooks

## Release History

- 18 Feb 2026 at 14:43 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8d0a1c-69e2-4d9c-9e16-df71ec04cf6e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8d0a1c-69e2-4d9c-9e16-df71ec04cf6e
  18th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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