---
title: "Print, Bind, Delivery of BL Publication"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058f20"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BRITISH LIBRARY"
published: "2025-08-28"
---

# Print, Bind, Delivery of BL Publication

Buyer: BRITISH LIBRARY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058f20

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## Summary

The British Library has recently completed the procurement process for printing, binding, and delivering 6,000 copies of their publication "Illusions of Presence." This contract was made in the goods category, and the supplier awarded is Bell and Bain, located in Thornliebank, Glasgow. The procurement process, initiated below the threshold, concluded with an active contract set to start and finish on 6 October 2025. The legal basis for this procurement is under UKPGA 2023/54. The British Library, as the buying organisation, operates as a central government public authority and is based in London.

This procurement opportunity, though now completed, is a stellar example of how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the printing and publishing industry can secure contracts to supply printed matter and related products to prominent public sector institutions. Companies with expertise in large-scale print production and efficient delivery processes could greatly benefit from participating in similar tenders, enhancing their credibility and extending their reach within the sector. Engaging with entities like the British Library not only provides financial growth opportunities but also strengthens business portfolios when entering future public procurement opportunities.

## Notice

6000 Copies Printed, Bound and Delivered of the BL Publication Illusions of Presence. PS14,397.60

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051859-2025 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Aug 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Aug 2025 |
| Contract period | 5 Oct 2025 - 6 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £14,397 |

## 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 AND BAIN |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22000000 - Printed matter and related products

## Release History

- 28 Aug 2025 at 10:23 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051859-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051859-2025
  28th August 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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