---
title: "Books and eBooks"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05998c"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05998c.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2025-09-12"
---

# Books and eBooks

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05998c

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## Summary

The University of Sussex, located in Falmer, Brighton, has successfully completed its procurement process for the supply of print books and eBooks for its library. This contract, titled "Books and eBooks," falls under the goods category and involved EBSCO International Inc. as the contracted supplier. The process began as a tender and has now reached the award stage, with the contract being signed on 8th September 2025, and active from the same date until 7th September 2029. The procurement method was below the threshold, with the total contract value amounting to GBP 1,800,000. Delivery will cover multiple regions across the United Kingdom, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the publishing and supply of library materials, particularly those specialising in digital and print resources. Companies with expertise in large-scale distribution and logistical capabilities could benefit from pursuing such contracts, given the expansive regional coverage required. The procurement highlights potential for growth in partnerships with academic institutions, allowing suppliers to establish prominence in servicing educational sectors and positioning themselves for future opportunities in similar categories.

## Notice

Supply of print books and eBooks for the library.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056248-2025 |
| 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 | 12 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Sep 2025 - 7 Sep 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,800,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EBSCO INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 12 Sep 2025 at 13:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056248-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056248-2025
  12th September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ebsco.com
- http://www.sussex.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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