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title: "Academic Search Complete 26/29"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06aeb7"
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# Academic Search Complete 26/29

Buyer: BATH SPA UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06aeb7

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "Academic Search Complete 26/29" has been completed by Bath Spa University, located at Newton Park, Newton St Loe, Bath, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the services category with a specific focus on higher education and library software packages, delivered within the UKK region. The direct procurement method was employed, categorised below threshold and without competition, resulting in an active contract worth £86,391 signed with EBSCO INTERNATIONAL INC. on 28th May 2026. Key dates include the start of the contract on 1st August 2026 and the conclusion on 31st July 2029.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in software solutions and educational services, particularly those focused on library systems and higher education services. Large and established enterprises such as EBSCO INTERNATIONAL INC., which operate within these sectors, are especially well-suited to engage with such procurement processes. By securing contracts with educational institutions like Bath Spa University, businesses can expand their footprint in the academic sector and foster long-term partnerships, contributing to sustained growth and development in these thriving industries.

## Notice

Academic Search Complete subscription 26/29

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053331-2026 |
| 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 | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £86,391 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BATH SPA UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BATH |
| Post town | Bath |
| Postcode | BA2 9BN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire |
| Local authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Saltford |
| Westminster constituency | North East Somerset and Hanham |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 48160000 - Library software package
- 80300000 - Higher education services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 12:15 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053331-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053331-2026
  5th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ebsco.com
- https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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