---
title: "21082 Provision for E-Lending services for the Library services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02ff53"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2022-03-30"
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# 21082 Provision for E-Lending services for the Library services

Buyer: CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02ff53

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## Summary

Cambridgeshire County Council is conducting a procurement process for the '21082 Provision for E-Lending services for the Library services'. This initiative falls under the library services industry category and is currently in the award stage. The overall estimated value for the tender, which encompasses three distinct lots for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines & eNewspapers, ranges between £300,000 and £400,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and notable key dates include the contract being signed on 28 March 2022.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital media services, particularly those offering e-Lending resources. Companies well-versed in providing eBooks, eAudiobooks, and digital magazine subscriptions are particularly suited for participation. With the potential for multiple awards across the lots, this is an ideal opportunity for both established firms and innovative providers looking to expand their footprint within the library services sector.

## Notice

The Authority is looking for providers who can offers services in the area of E-Lending resources. The tender will be split into 3 lots: Lot 1 Ebooks Lot 2 EAudiobooks Lot 3 EMagazines & eNewspapers The Authority may award to multiple providers to each Lot in order to provide the widest choice for its members. The estimated value of all lots combined will be between PS300,000 - PS400,000 over the full term. However, bidders must be aware that the Budget is set on an annual basis and is subject to change. Budgets are set in February each year, and the Authority will discuss with successful Providers what can be offered based on the set budget.

### Lot Information

Lot 1 - eBooks

This Lot is for the supply of EBook services

Renewal: This contract will run for a term of 36 months with an option of 12 month extension.

Lot 2 - eAudiobooks

This Lot is for the supply of eAudioBook services

Renewal: This contract will run for a term of 36 months with an option of 12 month extension.

Lot 3 - eMagazines & eNewspapers

This is for eMagazines & eNewspaper services

Renewal: This contract will run for a term of 36 months with an option of 12 month extension.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008587-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jan 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CAMBRIDGESHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | HUNTINGDON |
| Post town | Peterborough |
| Postcode | PE28 4YE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH4 Cambridgeshire and Peterborough |
| ITL 3 | TLH42 Cambridgeshire CC |
| Local authority | Cambridge |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Cambridge |
| Delivery location | TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BOLINDA DIGITAL; OVERDRIVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2022 at 14:46 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008587-2022
- 9 Dec 2021 at 13:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030684-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert/Index?advertId=b0830b93-8c53-ec11-810e-005056b64545
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Login

## Provenance

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