---
title: "CO0223 Large Print Books and Spoken Word on CDs for Libraries"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-033667"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-033667.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2022-05-11"
---

# CO0223 Large Print Books and Spoken Word on CDs for Libraries

Buyer: ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-033667

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## Summary

Essex County Council is currently conducting a tender for the supply and delivery of Large Print Books and Spoken Word on CDs for Libraries under the title "CO0223 Large Print Books and Spoken Word on CDs for Libraries". This procurement, classified under the goods category, involves creating a four-year framework agreement with two distinct lots: Lot 1 for Large Print Books and Lot 2 for Spoken Word on CDs. The tender is at the active planning stage, with submissions due by 10th June 2022 at 12:00 PM, and the award period commencing shortly after, on the same day at 12:30 PM. The delivery will be addressed to the UKH3 region, with the opportunity open to various suppliers.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in publishing, printing, and audio production, particularly those that specialise in accessible literature and educational resources. Companies that can supply large print books and spoken word CDs suitable for adults and children would be particularly well-suited to compete. With a maximum of 999 suppliers permitted under the framework agreement, this is a chance for firms to not only secure contracts but also to establish long-term relationships with Essex County Council, aiding in expansion within the public sector market.

## Notice

Essex Library Services wish to create a 4 year framework which will consist of 2 Lots. Lot 1 Supply and Delivery of Large Print Books for Adults and Children. Lot 2 Supply and Delivery of Spoken Word on CD for Adults and Children. Potential bidders may submit their proposal for one or more Lots. The resulting framework agreement will contain multiple suppliers.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Lot 1 Supply and Delivery of Large Print Books for Adults and Children. The Royal National Institute of Blind People 's (RNIB) defines Large Print as generally 16-18-point size.

Lot 2

Lot 2 Supply and Delivery of Spoken Word on CD for Adults and Children. Spoken Word on CD is a book that has been read and recorded on to one or more CDs in a format playable by standard CD players without any further special equipment or software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012234-2022 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jun 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHELMSFORD |
| Post town | Chelmsford |
| Postcode | CM1 1QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH36 Heart of Essex |
| Local authority | Chelmsford |
| Electoral ward | Moulsham and Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chelmsford |
| Delivery location | TLH3 Essex |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products
- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 11 May 2022 at 10:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012234-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/Register
- https://www.essex.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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