---
title: "Library Resources"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0606d2"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE OPEN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-01-15"
---

# Library Resources

Buyer: THE OPEN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0606d2

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## Summary

The procurement process for "Library Resources" was facilitated by The Open University, a sub-central government public authority located in Milton Keynes, UK. This tender relates to the subscription to academic journals for the university's library, classified under the services industry category, specifically education and training services. The procurement stage has been concluded with the award made to EBSCO International Inc., a supplier based in London. The contract was signed on 1st October 2025, and it is set to run until 30th September 2028, with a total value of £135,286. The procurement was conducted using a procurement method identified as 'Below threshold - unknown.' Key stakeholders in this process include The Open University as the buyer and EBSCO International Inc. as the supplier.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in library resource management and academic journal subscriptions, particularly those capable of offering comprehensive services for educational institutions. Companies experienced in providing education and training services will find this sector promising for growth, especially given the recurring demand from academic institutions like The Open University. Medium to large-sized enterprises in the UK with the capability to manage subscriptions and deliver educational services efficiently would be well-suited to participate in similar future tenders, enabling them to expand their market presence and secure long-term contracts.

## Notice

Subscription to academic journals for the OU Library

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003557-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| 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 | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £135,286 |

## 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 | EBSCO INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2026 at 14:42 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003557-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003557-2026
  15th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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