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title: "eBooks - Patron/demand driven acquisition"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d06c41ca-fb4a-4a96-bc38-85ec0039a28e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BATH SPA UNIVERSITY"
published: "2017-08-04"
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# eBooks - Patron/demand driven acquisition

Buyer: BATH SPA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d06c41ca-fb4a-4a96-bc38-85ec0039a28e

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## Summary

BATH SPA UNIVERSITY has completed a procurement process for the supply of eBooks under the title "eBooks - Patron/demand driven acquisition." Classified under library books (CPV code: 22113000), this tender had a budget of £100,000 and was focused within the goods category. The tender period concluded on 31st July 2017, while the contract commenced on 1st August 2017 and is set to last until 31st July 2019. The procurement method was categorised as ‘Other,’ and the contract was awarded to Askews and Holt, based in Preston.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs involved in the supply of educational materials, particularly those specialising in digital content and eBooks. Given the emphasis on library provision, companies that can efficiently provide a range of eBooks and related digital resources would be well-suited to engage in similar future tenders. The procurement process underscores the potential for growth in partnerships with academic institutions, particularly for businesses aiming to expand their offerings in the educational sector.

## Notice

Supply of eBooks using SUPC Lot 4.3

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27639941-c2a7-4ff6-9ccd-31816d4e6b9b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jul 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2017 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2017 - 31 Jul 2019 |
| 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 | BATH SPA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 9BN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Saltford |
| Westminster constituency | North East Somerset and Hanham |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASKEWS AND HOLT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2017 at 06:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27639941-c2a7-4ff6-9ccd-31816d4e6b9b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27639941-c2a7-4ff6-9ccd-31816d4e6b9b
  4th August 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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