---
title: "Digital Content - Historical Reference Texts"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067a10"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2026-03-31"
---

# Digital Content - Historical Reference Texts

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067a10

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## Summary

The procurement process led by the University of Exeter focuses on providing online access to a range of historical reference texts under the title "Digital Content - Historical Reference Texts". Categorised within the services industry, this contract extends to library software packages and other cultural services. The location for services falls within the UK, particularly around Exeter. This contract, which bypassed competition due to its below-threshold status, was directly awarded as of 31st March 2026, following a procurement stage classified as complete, with a total value of £157,350. The contract period commenced on 1st January 2026 and is set to conclude by the end of the year.

This tender provides substantial growth opportunities for businesses capable of supplying digital library management solutions, particularly those specialising in historical content. Small and medium-sized enterprises, like Adam Matthew Digital Limited—the supplier awarded this contract—may find opportunities in similar government and educational sectors. The contract’s streamlined procurement method allows businesses to engage with public authorities without the complexities of competitive bidding, thus fostering easier access to public sector contracts for SMEs adept in the cultural services domain within the UK.

## Notice

Online access to a range of historical reference texts.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030030-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £157,350 |

## 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 | ADAM MATTHEW DIGITAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package
- 92500000 - Library, archives, museums and other cultural services

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 16:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030030-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030030-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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