---
title: "Library resource subscriptions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067574"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-03-26"
---

# Library resource subscriptions

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067574

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## Summary

The University of Exeter, a sub-central government authority located in Exeter, UK, has concluded a public procurement process for library resource subscriptions. This procurement, classified in the services category—specifically library, archives, museums, and other cultural services—has reached the award stage, resulting in a contract signed with Cengage Learning (EMEA) Limited. The procurement was conducted through a direct method, described as below threshold without competition. The contract, valued at £90,920, spans from 1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026. Key stakeholders involved include the buyer, University of Exeter, and the supplier, Cengage Learning (EMEA) Limited, headquartered in Hampshire, UK.

This procurement opportunity can create valuable growth avenues for businesses specialising in library and cultural services, particularly those offering subscription-based services. The direct procurement method implies a streamlined process, making it particularly suitable for large-scale suppliers capable of providing comprehensive database services without requiring competitive bidding. Companies involved in similar services stand to benefit from exploring such opportunities with academic institutions that require reliable resource subscriptions for educational and research purposes.

## Notice

Annual database subscription fee.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028055-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £90,920 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CENGAGE LEARNING (EMEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 15:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028055-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028055-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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