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title: "Gobi (EBK) 2024/25 - Supply Books, E-Books, Standing Orders and Related Materials"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND"
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# Gobi (EBK) 2024/25 - Supply Books, E-Books, Standing Orders and Related Materials

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d5fe3008-b033-497f-9084-e9eb7e055553

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## Summary

The University of the West of England has completed the procurement process for "Gobi (EBK) 2024/25 - Supply Books, E-Books, Standing Orders and Related Materials," classified under the CPV codes for printed books and library services. This selective procurement method was executed through a call-off from a framework agreement, with the award made to Ebsco Information Services. The contract, valued at £60,000, commenced on 30 July 2024 and will end on 31 July 2025. The procurement stage is marked as complete, with key dates including the tender period closing on 29 July 2024 and the award published on 20 August 2024. The delivery location specified is Bristol with the postal code BS16 1QY.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses within the literary and educational resources sector. Suppliers of books, e-books, and related materials are well-suited to compete in such tenders, especially those capable of participating in framework agreements. Large companies, particularly those not classified as SMEs or VCSEs, stand to benefit from engaging in similar business growth opportunities through the provision of essential academic resources for institutions like the University of the West of England.

## Notice

Framework ref: LIB4044 SU Gobi (EBK) 2024/25 - Supply of Books, E-Books, Standing Orders and related materials.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d5f74c4-2a21-478d-abc9-f8eb1c03f11b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £60,000 |
| 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 THE WEST OF ENGLAND |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS16 1QY |
| 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 | South Gloucestershire |
| Electoral ward | Stoke Park & Cheswick |
| Westminster constituency | Filton and Bradley Stoke |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EBSCO INFORMATION SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 22100000 - Printed books, brochures and leaflets
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2025 at 14:05 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d5f74c4-2a21-478d-abc9-f8eb1c03f11b
- 20 Aug 2024 at 14:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d5f74c4-2a21-478d-abc9-f8eb1c03f11b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7d5f74c4-2a21-478d-abc9-f8eb1c03f11b
  4th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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