---
title: "Textbooks"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-056a06"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-056a06.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE OPEN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-07-31"
---

# Textbooks

Buyer: THE OPEN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-056a06

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## Summary

The Open University, a sub-central government public authority based in Milton Keynes, has successfully completed the procurement process for textbooks as part of its student materials programme. Operating under the legal framework outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54, this procurement falls within the goods category and used a "Below threshold - unknown" method. The awarded contract, identified as OUPA11505_2, was granted on the completion date of 31st July 2025, following the contract period from 19th May to 31st July 2025. The successful supplier, Taylor & Francis Limited, is a large enterprise located in Abingdon, and the contract's total value amounted to £30,780.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses involved in the publication and supply of educational materials, particularly those specialising in textbooks. Companies that can offer competitive pricing and efficient delivery to the UK's educational institutions stand to benefit significantly. While Taylor & Francis Limited secured the contract, similarly established businesses in the industry may find similar tenders valuable for growth by enhancing their portfolio of public sector clients and leveraging the exposure gained through such engagements.

## Notice

Procurement of textbooks for student materials.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044681-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 May 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,780 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE OPEN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK7 6AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Monkston |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TAYLOR & FRANCIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22112000 - Textbooks

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2025 at 10:51 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044681-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044681-2025
  31st July 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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