---
title: "eBooks Platform Access"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cd93eb10-67a4-40b5-86a9-95c4ef8da944"
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source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BIRKBECK COLLEGE"
published: "2020-12-11"
---

# eBooks Platform Access

Buyer: BIRKBECK COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd93eb10-67a4-40b5-86a9-95c4ef8da944

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## Summary

The public procurement contract titled "eBooks Platform Access" was initiated by Birkbeck College, located in London, England. This contract falls under the goods category, specifically for library books, and has a contract value of £308,000, with a minimum value of £279,170. The procurement method used is selective, through a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract commenced on 25th September 2020 and will run until 8th September 2021. The tender period ended on 8th September 2020, making this procurement process complete as of 11th December 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in digital resources and library services. Companies that can provide access to eBooks and related digital platforms would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts in the future. Engaging in this procurement process could enable such businesses to demonstrate their capabilities and forge valuable relationships with academic institutions like Birkbeck College.

## Notice

Supplier will provide access to its platform and the various eBooks selected by the Customer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78e047ca-69c2-497b-9397-169b312920c4 |
| 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 | 11 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 24 Sep 2020 - 8 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £308,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £279,170 |
| 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 | BIRKBECK COLLEGE |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Central London |
| Postcode | WC1E 7HX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | Bloomsbury |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| 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

- 11 Dec 2020 at 18:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78e047ca-69c2-497b-9397-169b312920c4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78e047ca-69c2-497b-9397-169b312920c4
  11th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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