---
title: "Library Resources"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0606e1"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0606e1.json"
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-0606e1

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## Summary

The Open University, a sub-central government public authority based in Milton Keynes, has completed a procurement process for supplying library resources, specifically books and magazines. The awarded contract falls under the services category within the education and training industry. The procurement process reached the award stage on 15 January 2026, and the contract was signed with the supplier, Overdrive, on 30 November 2025. The contract spans from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2028, with a value of GBP 57,000. The procurement method was indicated as "below threshold - unknown," and delivery will take place in the UKJ12 region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in educational material supply, especially those capable of providing comprehensive library resources to large academic institutions. Large or experienced suppliers, like Overdrive, with capabilities in efficient logistical delivery and a diverse catalogue, would be especially well-suited to meet such demands. Engaging in these contracts can help expand a company's client base within the educational sector and reinforce their market presence in providing tailored solutions to public authorities like The Open University. Such opportunities are particularly advantageous for businesses aiming to establish or expand their influence in the education and training services market.

## Notice

Supply of books and magazines

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003576-2026 |
| 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 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £57,000 |

## 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 | OVERDRIVE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2026 at 15:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003576-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003576-2026
  15th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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