---
title: "Print, bind & delivery of Books"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04ee63"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04ee63.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BRITISH LIBRARY"
published: "2025-03-18"
---

# Print, bind & delivery of Books

Buyer: BRITISH LIBRARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04ee63

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## Summary

The British Library has awarded the contract for the printing, binding, and delivery of books, involving two lots of 6,000 copies each. The procurement process, identified by the title "Print, bind & delivery of Books," falls under the services category with specific classifications for printing and related services, and bookbinding and finishing services. The project will cover multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK. This process was completed through a limited competition, below-threshold procurement method, and the contract, valued at GBP 14,693.94, will be active from 18th March 2025 to 19th March 2025. The contract was signed on 17th March 2025, with Bell & Bain Limited selected as the supplier.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in printing and bookbinding services, particularly those that can handle large-scale orders efficiently and maintain high quality. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Bell & Bain Limited are well-suited to compete in such tenders, especially if they focus on providing competitive pricing and reliable delivery capabilities. Competing for similar contracts with public authorities like the British Library can help businesses expand their market reach, secure substantial revenue streams, and boost their credibility in the industry.

## Notice

Print, bind & delivery of Books x2 lots of 6,000 copies. 500018816

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009865-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2025 - 19 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,693 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BRITISH LIBRARY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW1 2DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI36 Camden |
| Local authority | Camden |
| Electoral ward | St Pancras & Somers Town |
| Westminster constituency | Holborn and St Pancras |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BELL & BAIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79800000 - Printing and related services
- 79971000 - Bookbinding and finishing services

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2025 at 11:31 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009865-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009865-2025
  18th March 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bell-bain.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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