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title: "Supply of Alma and Primo Subscriptions to the University of Birmingham"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Supply of Alma and Primo Subscriptions to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dfb35077-7000-41e4-9d8a-dd00965df155

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the University of Birmingham, which has issued a tender titled "Supply of Alma and Primo Subscriptions." This contract falls within the industry category of software services, specifically aimed at software subscriptions. Located in Birmingham, England, the tender is currently in the Award stage, having concluded on 14 December 2021. The contract had a total value of £202,737.13 and commenced on 30 July 2021, running until 29 July 2022. The procurement method used was selective, as it was a call-off from an existing framework agreement, with key deadlines such as the tender submission finishing on 29 July 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the technology and software sector, particularly those specialising in library management systems or subscription-based software services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their service offerings in educational institutions may find this contract particularly appealing. Companies that can provide tailored solutions and ongoing support for such software subscriptions will be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts in the future.

## Notice

Supply of Alma and Primo subscriptions to the University of Birmingham for the period 30/07/21 - 29/07/22. Made as a call off to FRAM427/18

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65944078-0712-47ad-b831-f275733f0bbf |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2021 - 29 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £202,737 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £168,947 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EX LIBRIS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 48100000 - Industry specific software package
- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 14 Dec 2021 at 15:32 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65944078-0712-47ad-b831-f275733f0bbf

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65944078-0712-47ad-b831-f275733f0bbf
  14th December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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