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title: "BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029f5e"
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buyer: "EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI"
published: "2021-03-25"
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# BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI

Buyer: EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029f5e

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## Summary

The Education Authority NI is conducting a procurement process titled "BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI." This tender falls under the goods category, specifically for library books, and is located in the United Kingdom. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the procurement stage is currently at the award level, having been completed on 24 March 2021. The contracts cover the provision of library books for a period spanning from 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025, with key deadlines and relevant operational activities initiated prior to the completion date.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in book publishing and library supplies. Companies that focus on large print editions, books produced by small publishers, and multilingual materials may find suitable entry points. Given the competitive nature of the tender, suppliers experienced in providing quality library resources at competitive pricing will be particularly well-suited to leverage this opportunity. The active contracts are valued at £1,250,000 each for specific lots, indicating robust funding and a commitment to acquiring a diverse range of library materials.

## Notice

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

### Lot Information

LOT 1 - LARGE PRINT

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 2 - BOOKS PRODUCED BY SMALL PUBLISHERS

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 3 - MATERIAL PRODUCED IN A LANGUAGE OTHER THAN ENGLISH

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 4 - LOCAL STUDIES PUBLICATIONS

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 5 - OUT OF PRINT MATERIAL AVAILABLE FROM ONLINE RETAILER

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

LOT 6 - SELF PUBLISHED BOOKS

BSP-20-017 - PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI for the period 1 April 2021 to 31 March 2025

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006124-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,250,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active, Unsuccessful |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI |
| Locality | BALLYMENA |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT42 2HS |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0F Mid and East Antrim |
| Local authority | Mid and East Antrim |
| Electoral ward | Ballee and Harryville |
| Westminster constituency | North Antrim |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland, TLN0 Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 4 |
| Supplier names | BOOKS ASIA; INDIAN BOOK SHELF T/A STAR BOOKS; ULVERSCROFT; W F HOWES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2021 at 16:08 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006124-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:573863-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML

## Provenance

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