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title: "O'Reilly for Higher Education database"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054455"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-06-06"
---

# O'Reilly for Higher Education database

Buyer: CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054455

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## Summary

The public procurement process initiated by Cardiff Metropolitan University involved the direct procurement of a subscription renewal for the O'Reilly for Higher Education database. As the buying organisation, Cardiff Metropolitan University operates under Welsh devolved regulations and functions as a public authority in the sub-central government sector. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, deemed below threshold without competition, and is categorised under the 'goods' industry, specifically relating to library books and software. The contract was awarded on 6th June 2025 to ProQuest LLC, a large-scale supplier, and will run from 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2028, with a total contract value of £58,500.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses that specialise in academic and library resources, particularly those offering digital subscriptions or software packages. Companies that can provide niche library services and have the capacity to engage directly with higher education institutions may find this procurement avenue advantageous for growth. Although the procurement method chosen here did not involve competition, understanding the needs of educational institutions and building relationships can position businesses strategically for similar future opportunities. It is particularly suited for suppliers that can ensure seamless integration of digital resources and support the academic sector's evolving needs.

## Notice

Subscription renewal for access to the O'Reilly for Higher Education database.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030543-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £58,500 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CARDIFF METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | CARDIFF |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF5 2YB |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan |
| Local authority | Cardiff |
| Electoral ward | Llandaff |
| Westminster constituency | Cardiff West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books
- 48160000 - Library software package

## Release History

- 6 Jun 2025 at 11:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030543-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030543-2025
  6th June 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/procurement/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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