---
title: "Audiobooks and Large Print Stock"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067415"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-067415.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-25"
---

# Audiobooks and Large Print Stock

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067415

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## Summary

The public procurement process managed by West Northamptonshire Council focuses on the procurement of audiobooks and large print stock for their library service for the financial year 2026/27. The process is classified under the goods category and executed through a "Below threshold - without competition" procurement method, indicative of a direct award approach. It is set within the United Kingdom, particularly the region of UKF24 with Northampton as the locality. The procurement stage has progressed to award with Ulverscroft Limited accepted as the supplier, having a signed contract starting from 1st April 2026 through to 31st March 2027, valued at £35,000 to £42,000 GBP. This contract contributes to the library's offerings in accordance with the UK's 2023/54 legal framework, focussed primarily on library books. Key dates include the award confirmation date of 25th March 2026, signifying the process's completion.

This procurement tender represents an opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) active in publishing, audio production, or large print materials to explore future collaborations with councils like West Northamptonshire. Businesses positioned within or near the UKF24 region have demonstrated potential benefits from such opportunities, by showcasing their speciality in library book supplies. While Ulverscroft Limited has been secured as the current supplier, enterprises with capabilities to provide specialized stock might find avenues for growth in public sector contracts that cater specifically to niche library and audiobook services across sub-central government authorities. Overall, such contracts can serve as effective entry points for businesses aiming to scale through public procurement engagements.

## Notice

Backstock of physical audiobook and large print stock across the library service (NNC and WNC) for the financial year 26/27.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027448-2026 |
| 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 | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 1ED |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ULVERSCROFT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 25 Mar 2026 at 15:38 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027448-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027448-2026
  25th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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