---
title: "Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06614d"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "COVENTRY UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-03-03"
---

# Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated framework

Buyer: COVENTRY UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06614d

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## Summary

Coventry University has completed the procurement process for the "Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated framework," under the library books category for goods. The procurement was conducted using a limited method without prior publication, enabling a direct award from the framework. The contract, valued at £2,000,000, was signed on 30 January 2026, with EBSCO International Inc as the supplier. This public procurement process, aimed at Coventry, involved a bespoke service acquisition due to artistic and unique works needs, and was governed in accordance to the academic institution’s educational objectives.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in library resources and content distribution, specifically those capable of offering unique or tailored products. Companies, particularly large suppliers that have experience in fulfilling framework agreements, are well-positioned to capitalise on similar opportunities in future tenders. Given the prominence of the contracting authority—Coventry University—successful engagement can lead to long-term partnership prospects and offer exposure for businesses in the higher education sector. The direct award process favours firms with established capabilities and reputations, providing leverage for businesses in goods and artistic contents delivery.

## Notice

Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated services against Lot 1, 4 and 5. The supplier is the top ranked supplier on this framework.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Call off from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated services Lot 1, 4 and 5.

### Procurement Information

Direct award from SUPC Books, eBooks and associated services framework.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019103-2026 |
| 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 | 3 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jan 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 | £2,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | COVENTRY UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV1 5FB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG33 Coventry |
| Local authority | Coventry |
| Electoral ward | St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Coventry South |
| Delivery location | TLG33 Coventry |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 3 Mar 2026 at 15:31 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019103-2026

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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