---
title: "Subscription ScienceDirect (Government Edition)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069530"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-069530.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "AGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD"
published: "2026-05-10"
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# Subscription ScienceDirect (Government Edition)

Buyer: AGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069530

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## Summary

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), a central government public authority in Coventry, UK, has recently completed the procurement process for the "Subscription ScienceDirect (Government Edition)" contract. This tender, identified by the ID STA10257, pertains to the services industry, focusing specifically on subscription services accessible within the UK region. The procurement process falls below the threshold with details unknown, and has successfully transitioned through to the award stage as of 10th May 2026. The contract will run from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2029, intended to facilitate access to a pivotal science literature research database vital for research teams and service provision to levy payers.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses within the IT and information services industry that specialise in delivering subscription-based solutions and services. The contract has been awarded to Elsevier BV, a small to medium-sized enterprise based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Businesses capable of providing specialised database solutions or related research accessibility platforms may find a lucrative customer base in similar public sector opportunities. With the contract valued at £72,000 excluding VAT (£86,400 including VAT), it showcases potential growth avenues for SMEs engaged in niche technology and subscription services.

## Notice

ScienceDirect (Government Edition) is a science literature research database. This is essential for research teams and other staff to access the latest peer-reviewed research to support evidence-based provision of services to levy payers. This research database, can only be obtained directly from the publisher Elsevier B.V.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042768-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £72,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | AGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE DEVELOPMENT BOARD |
| Locality | COVENTRY |
| Post town | Coventry |
| Postcode | CV3 4PE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire |
| ITL 3 | TLG13 Warwickshire CC |
| Local authority | Warwick |
| Electoral ward | Cubbington & Leek Wootton |
| Westminster constituency | Kenilworth and Southam |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 77 - Agricultural, forestry, horticultural, aquacultural and apicultural services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 77100000 - Agricultural services
- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 10 May 2026 at 08:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042768-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042768-2026
  10th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ahdb.org.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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