---
title: "CBC Library Book and AV Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0408e7"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2024-07-26"
---

# CBC Library Book and AV Framework

Buyer: WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0408e7

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## Summary

West Sussex County Council, the principal authority for the Central Buying Consortium (CBC) Library Group, has completed the procurement process titled "CBC Library Book and AV Framework". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on library books (CPV: 22113000). The geographic focus is primarily the South East (UKJ27) region. The procurement process followed an open procedure, with a notable award on 1st February 2024, to ASKEWS and HOLTS LIBRARY SERVICES LTD. Originally tendered on 9th October 2023, the tender period concluded on 10th November 2023. The contract covers a wide array of library books and audio-visual materials for multiple local authorities, ensuring a comprehensive coverage for library services across various regions.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in library supplies, particularly those providing high-quality library books and audio-visual materials. Companies equipped to deliver a large quantity of goods efficiently and who can meet the criteria of quality and cost equally have a competitive edge. Given the consortium's extensive list of participating local authorities, businesses can potentially secure long-term and high-volume contracts, significantly aiding in business growth and market expansion.

## Notice

Provision of Library Books and AV to the CBC Library Group

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Library Books and AV to the CBC Library Group. Additional information: Price is not the only award criteria and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023496-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,000,000 |
| Lots value | £47,000,000 |
| 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 | WEST SUSSEX COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHICHESTER |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO19 1RG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |
| Local authority | Chichester |
| Electoral ward | Chichester Central |
| Westminster constituency | Chichester |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England), TLJ27 West Sussex (South West) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ASKEWS AND HOLTS LIBRARY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2024 at 16:44 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023496-2024
- 14 Dec 2023 at 10:26 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036748-2023
- 9 Oct 2023 at 09:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029649-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://atamis-7669.my.site.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/cabinet-office
- https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/business-and-consumers
- https://www.westsussex.gov.uk/default.aspx

## Provenance

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