---
title: "Alma and Primo (Library Systems) support and subscription 30/7/2024-29/7/2025"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066138"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-066138.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
published: "2026-03-03"
---

# Alma and Primo (Library Systems) support and subscription 30/7/2024-29/7/2025

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066138

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham, situated in Edgbaston, Birmingham, is seeking support and subscription services for its Alma and Primo Library Systems for the period from 30 July 2024 to 29 July 2025. Categorised under Software package and information systems, the procurement process was conducted through a direct method, below threshold without competition, and has reached the award stage. Ex Libris (UK) Limited, based in Cambridge, has been selected as the supplier. The contract, valued at £126,963.20 with a gross amount of £152,355.84, was signed on 27 July 2025 and remains active. This process is managed under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in library systems and software services to expand their offerings to academic institutions. Companies adept at managing subscription-based models or providing technical support will find this tender particularly relevant. The nature of the contract, being awarded without competition, highlights the importance of existing relationships and expertise in the area. Businesses with a focus on educational and public sector markets, particularly SMEs like Ex Libris (UK) Limited, are well-suited to compete for similar opportunities that may arise in supporting digital infrastructure for educational organisations.

## Notice

Alma and Primo (Library Systems) support and subscription 30/7/2024-29/7/2025 As per the SSA process

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019073-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 27 Jul 2025 - 29 Jul 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £126,963 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | EX LIBRIS (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 15:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019073-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019073-2026
  3rd March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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