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title: "EDR-24-007 - Audio, Large Print, Foreign Language Books and Local Studies Publications for Libraries NI"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04a3a8"
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# EDR-24-007 - Audio, Large Print, Foreign Language Books and Local Studies Publications for Libraries NI

Buyer: THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04a3a8

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## Summary

The Education Authority of Northern Ireland is conducting a public procurement process for the supply of audio, large print, and foreign language books, alongside local studies publications, for Libraries NI. This contracting process, titled EDR-24-007, falls under the library services industry category and is planned to be completed through an open procedure. The contract spans various lots, each addressing different categories of library materials, and will be active under a framework agreement potentially extending up to 48 months. The procurement stage is currently in the tender phase, with a submission deadline set for 23 December 2024 at 15:00 GMT. The contract will be performed in the UK region.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers of library materials including audio-visual materials, large print books, and foreign language books. Companies equipped to handle large-scale distribution and supply chain management will be well-suited to compete, given the contract's potential value range of £36,462 to £1,903,300, inclusive of VAT. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are also encouraged to engage, as indicated by the awarded contract involving multiple SMEs. Suppliers can bid for one or more lots without restrictions, broadening the scope of participation and fostering competitive bidding. This opportunity would be ideal for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence within the public sector library services market.

## Notice

EDR-24-007 - Audio, Large Print, Foreign Language Books and Local Studies Publications for Libraries NI

### Lot Information

PRE- SERVICED AUDIO-VISUAL MATERIALS (SPOKEN WORD) AND PRESERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS (LARGE PRINT) AND PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS (BOOKS IN LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH) STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI

Pre-serviced audio-visual materials (spoken word)

PRE- SERVICED AUDIO-VISUAL MATERIALS (SPOKEN WORD) AND PRESERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS (LARGE PRINT) AND PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS (BOOKS IN LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH) STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI

Pre-serviced library books (large print)

PRE- SERVICED AUDIO-VISUAL MATERIALS (SPOKEN WORD) AND PRESERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS (LARGE PRINT) AND PRE-SERVICED LIBRARY BOOKS (BOOKS IN LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH) STANDING LIST FOR LIBRARIES NI

Pre-serviced library books (books in languages other than English)

Lot 1

EDR-24-007 - Audio, Large Print, Foreign Language Books and Local Studies Publications for Libraries NI. Additional information: The value shown in V.2.4 is the highest value estimated in the following range: PS36,462 to PS1,586,100exc. VAT PS43,760 to PS1,903,300 inc.VAT for all Lots. Tenderers may bid for one or more lots. For the avoidance of doubt there is no limit.to the number of lots a Supplier can bid for. The value has been calculated on the basis of a two year framework including the option to extend for any periods up to and including 24 months and includes contingency for higher demand during the Framework Period, for all Clients. There is no commitment as to the usage volume or value of orders required under this Framework.

Options: After the initial contract period, there are will be the option to extend for any period(s) up to and including 24 months

Renewal: After the initial contract period, there are will be the option to extend for any period(s) 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/010527-2025 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2024 |
| Future notice date | 30 Nov 2024 |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,586,100 |
| Lots value | £1,586,100 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,586,100 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE EDUCATION AUTHORITY |
| Additional buyers | EDUCATION AUTHORITY NI; NORTHERN IRELAND LIBRARY AUTHORITY - LIBRARIES NI |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT1 2NQ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN0E Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Local authority | Lisburn and Castlereagh |
| Electoral ward | Hilden |
| Westminster constituency | Lagan Valley |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | BOLINDA; BOOKS ASIA; ULVERSCROFT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages
- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books
- 30234300 - Compact disks (CDs)
- 32321300 - Audio-visual materials
- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2025 at 17:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010527-2025
- 21 Nov 2024 at 12:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037648-2024
- 27 Sep 2024 at 12:56 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031003-2024

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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