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title: "NEPO418 Provision of Library Books and eBooks"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e5ba15c3-bcce-4cad-bc0f-70cb18a797a4"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS"
published: "2020-12-09"
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# NEPO418 Provision of Library Books and eBooks

Buyer: ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e5ba15c3-bcce-4cad-bc0f-70cb18a797a4

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## Summary

The procurement process for the project titled "NEPO418 Provision of Library Books and eBooks" is managed by the Association Of North East Councils. This tender falls under the goods industry category, specifically focusing on printed matter and related products. The process was initiated through an open tender format, which concluded on 18 October 2017. The contract period spans from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2022, with a total estimated value of £8,000,000. The delivery addresses include locations across the United Kingdom and further afield, including British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in publishing, distribution of books, and digital media. Businesses that offer expertise in adult and children's literature, DVDs, Blu-rays, and eBook services are especially well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement not only allows businesses to expand their market reach but also aligns with public sector needs in providing diverse reading materials for various constituencies.

## Notice

NEPO Framework for the Provision of Library Books and eBooks for NEPO Member Authorities and NEPO Associate Member Authorities. Lots include 1.) Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction, 2.) Children's Fiction and Non-Fiction, 3.) DVDs and Blu Rays and 4.) eBooks.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/400a7232-1601-4852-8fb1-0bc5953f1ce4 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2018 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,000,000 |
| 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 | ASSOCIATION OF NORTH EAST COUNCILS |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 3AF |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | ASKEWS AND HOLTS LIBRARY SERVICES; BIBLIOTHECA; BOLINDA; OVERDRIVE; TRANS UK SUPPLIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products

## Release History

- 9 Dec 2020 at 10:53 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/400a7232-1601-4852-8fb1-0bc5953f1ce4
- 9 Dec 2020 at 10:48 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/400a7232-1601-4852-8fb1-0bc5953f1ce4
- 13 Feb 2018 at 14:13 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/400a7232-1601-4852-8fb1-0bc5953f1ce4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/400a7232-1601-4852-8fb1-0bc5953f1ce4
  9th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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