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title: "Supply of Books, Downloads and Associated Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-052433"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-052433.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A PROCUREMENT SERVICES)"
published: "2025-05-23"
---

# Supply of Books, Downloads and Associated Services

Buyer: KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A PROCUREMENT SERVICES)  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-052433

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## Summary

Kent County Council, operating as Procurement Services, has initiated a planning stage procurement for the "Supply of Books, Downloads and Associated Services". This contract involves the provision of printed books including fiction, non-fiction, curriculum, and reference books, as well as e-books and audiobooks. Classified under the "Printed matter and related products" industry category, this opportunity is based in West Malling, United Kingdom. The procurement is intended for a framework agreement starting on 1st December 2025, concluding on 30th November 2029. Important dates include the publication of a future notice by 31st July 2025.

This tender provides a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in the supply of books and digital media. With a projected contract value of £4,000,000, businesses with capabilities in handling large-scale projects and forming framework agreements will be well-positioned to compete. Ideal candidates are those with strong supply chains in printed and digital book distribution, particularly those with experience in public sector contracts. The tender could bolster market presence and stability due to the assured duration and scope of the engagement.

## Notice

Supply of Printed Books (fiction, non fiction, curriculum and reference), e-Books, Audio Books and Associated Services To view this notice, please click here: https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=952516205

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026856-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | KENT COUNTY COUNCIL (T/A PROCUREMENT SERVICES) |
| Locality | WEST MALLING |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME19 4YT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ46 West Kent |
| Local authority | Tonbridge and Malling |
| Electoral ward | Kings Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Maidstone and Malling |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 15:05 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026856-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026856-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://csg.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=952516205
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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