---
title: "EDR-24-008 DIGITAL LIBRARY FOR LIBRARIES NI"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0496e6"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LIBRARIES NI"
published: "2026-01-22"
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# EDR-24-008 DIGITAL LIBRARY FOR LIBRARIES NI

Buyer: LIBRARIES NI  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0496e6

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "EDR-24-008 Digital Library for Libraries NI" was initiated by the Education Authority on behalf of Libraries NI, focusing on the provision of a digital lending platform. The platform includes downloadable eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, and eNewspapers, specifying a period of 24 months with optional extensions up to another 24 months. This contract, classified under the goods category with a CPV code for Magazines, has reached the Award stage, with the contract signed on 29th December 2025, and a value of £8,000,000. Situated in the UK region, specifically Belfast, this open procedure was awarded to OVERDRIVE INC., a supplier based in the US. Notably, the procurement method was an open procedure under the legal basis of EU Directive 2014/24/EU. All key procurement deadlines and changes were well communicated throughout the process.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, chiefly for companies in the digital content and library services industries capable of providing robust digital lending platforms. Ideal candidates would be suppliers offering components like software packages, subscription services, and library management systems, especially those equipped to handle library services for public sectors. The high procurement value and the long-term nature of the contract make it an attractive prospect for established suppliers aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector or strengthen their presence in the UK market, particularly those with the capability for flexible service delivery as seen from the procurement's provision for contract extensions.

## Notice

The Education Authority (the Authority) on behalf of Libraries NI (the Client) invites Tenders for A Digital Lending Platform to include downloadable eBooks, eAudio books, eMagazines and eNewspapers ie the Digital Library Offer for a period of 24 months with the option to extend for period(s) of up to and including 24 months.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Education Authority (the Authority) on behalf of Libraries NI (the Client) invites Tenders for A Digital Lending Platform to include downloadable eBooks, eAudio books, eMagazines and eNewspapers ie the Digital Library Offer for a period of 24 months with the option to extend for period(s) of up to and including 24 months. Additional information: The Contracting Authority can make no commitment or guarantee as to when orders will be placed for the service throughout the period of the Contract or as to the value/volume of the orders.

Options: Option to extend for any periods up to and including 24 months

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005729-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | 12 Dec 2024 |
| Award date | 29 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,000,000 |
| Lots value | £8,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £8,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LIBRARIES NI |
| Additional buyers | THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Locality | BALLYMENA |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT42 2HS |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | New Lodge |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast North |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OVERDRIVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 22200000 - Newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines
- 22210000 - Newspapers
- 22213000 - Magazines
- 48161000 - Library management system
- 72500000 - Computer-related services
- 79980000 - Subscription services
- 79995000 - Library management services
- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 22 Jan 2026 at 12:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005729-2026
- 12 May 2025 at 15:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005944-2025
- 12 May 2025 at 15:06 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020596-2025
- 30 Apr 2025 at 12:14 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017990-2025
- 21 Mar 2025 at 10:38 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010593-2025
- 30 Aug 2024 at 14:45 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027798-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://etendersni.gov.uk/epps

## Provenance

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