---
title: "E-Books Collection Licence"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f13f"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-12-08"
---

# E-Books Collection Licence

Buyer: BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f13f

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## Summary

Bournemouth University, a public authority in the United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for an "E-Books Collection Licence," classified under the industry category of library services. This contract was awarded in the region of UKK24, specifically in Poole, with EBSCO International Inc. serving as the supplier. The procurement was executed through a direct, below-threshold method without competition, and began on 1st October 2025, concluding on 30th September 2026. Legal compliance was ensured under the UKPGA 2023/54 regulation, and the award status remains active as of 8th December 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in library software and management services, particularly those with the capability to supply e-book aggregation platforms. Large-scale enterprises that can cater to educational institutions like Bournemouth University stand to benefit considerably. For companies with a robust understanding of library management systems and a proven track record in delivering comprehensive digital solutions, this contract underscores the potential for expansion in the digital learning solutions market.

## Notice

E-book aggregator: third-party platform purchase

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080828-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £100,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | POOLE |
| Post town | Bournemouth |
| Postcode | BH12 5BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
| Electoral ward | Talbot & Branksome Woods |
| Westminster constituency | Bournemouth West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package
- 79995000 - Library management services
- 92511000 - Library services

## Release History

- 8 Dec 2025 at 18:11 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080828-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080828-2025
  8th December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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