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title: "Libraries and related materials"
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buyer: "COVENTRY UNIVERSITY"
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# Libraries and related materials

Buyer: COVENTRY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ddc734bf-c117-4412-84a2-9aae01874d36

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## Summary

The public procurement process for "Libraries and related materials," initiated by Coventry University, focuses on acquiring the ProQuest Central suite of databases to support its 46 partner institutions. The contract, classified under the CPV code 79980000 as subscription services, is based in Coventry, England, with the postal code CV1 5QA. This procurement process, carried out via a direct procurement method, used a single tender action falling below the threshold. The tender stage has been completed, with the award date noted as 10th December 2024. The contract is set to commence on 1st January 2025 and conclude on 31st December 2025, with a total value amounting to £62,604.12.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses dealing in digital library subscriptions or database management to engage with a large educational community. Since it involves the integration and support of sophisticated academic database services, companies with experience in digital libraries, information management systems, or specialized educational resources would be well-positioned to compete in such opportunities. While large-scale suppliers like ProQuest LLC, who have been awarded this contract, are apt to deliver such services, smaller firms may find potential in similar future tenders if they can offer niche expertise or tailored innovations. This specific contract was not deemed suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, hinting at the necessity for a significant operational scale or specialised knowledge to fulfill its requirements.

## Notice

ProQuest Central suite of databases to support teaching and learning at all 46 partner institutions

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1197fb2-4c50-4195-813f-292538558b59 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £62,604 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £62,604 |
| 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 | COVENTRY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 5FB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2025 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1197fb2-4c50-4195-813f-292538558b59

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b1197fb2-4c50-4195-813f-292538558b59
  18th August 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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