---
title: "eBooks Aggregator"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065bd1"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-065bd1.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2026-02-25"
---

# eBooks Aggregator

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065bd1

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## Summary

The University of Sussex, a body governed by public law located in Brighton, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for an "eBooks Aggregator Platform" under the goods category. The procurement was conducted using a limited method, specifically an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. Classified under library software packages, this tender was awarded to EBSCO International Inc. and is within the education sector. Despite the initial lot status being cancelled, the procurement reached the award stage with a contract valued at £100,000 signed on 18 February 2026. The platform is intended to be delivered within the UK.

This procurement presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large-scale suppliers specialising in digital library solutions and software packages. Businesses with expertise in eBook management, digital content aggregation, and library software may find prospects for collaboration and engagement with educational institutions seeking technological advancements. Despite the competitive approach being limited in this instance, it highlights the university's interest in sourcing sophisticated digital tools that enhance educational resources. These improvements can position firms favourably in future procurement processes of similar nature.

## Notice

eBooks Aggregator Platform

### Procurement Information

Framework Award

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016806-2026 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| 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 | Cancelled |
| 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

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 11:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016806-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sussex.ac.uk

## Provenance

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