---
title: "Framework Agreement for the Supply of Large Print and Audio Books"
ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-147992"
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markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-147992.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-147992.json"
source: "Sell2Wales"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "CAERPHILLY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL"
published: "2025-05-02"
---

# Framework Agreement for the Supply of Large Print and Audio Books

Buyer: CAERPHILLY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-kuma6s-147992

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## Summary

Caerphilly County Borough Council has successfully completed the award stage of its framework agreement for the supply of Large Print and Audiobooks. The framework, aimed at supporting the Council's Library Services, is divided into two lots: Lot 1 for Large Print Books and Lot 2 for Audiobooks. This initiative falls under the 'goods' category, specifically targeting 'Library books' (CPV: 22113000). The contract was awarded on 1st May 2025, with Bolinda UK being one of the awarded suppliers. The framework period is set from 1st May 2025 to 31st March 2029, with an option for a 12-month extension. The announcement of this award signifies the project's current status, indicating that the agreement is active and fully operational.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses within the publishing, media, and library supply industries, particularly those specializing in large print and audio formats. The open procurement method allowed for a competitive process, and businesses with the capability to meet the demands of such specialized products are well-positioned to explore further opportunities as part of this framework. Consortia bidding was deemed suitable, encouraging collaboration among smaller or niche providers. The longstanding framework duration ensures potential for sustained business growth for successful suppliers engaged in delivering innovative solutions and quality services to the public sector.

## Notice

Caerphilly County Borough Council's Library Services was seeking to implement a framework agreement for the supply of Large Print and Audiobooks and has awarded a framework agreement to two providers outlined in this contract notice. This contract notice is to notify the market of a contract award and is not a call for competition.The Framework Agreement is set out into two lots as follows:Lot 1 - Large Print BooksLot 2 - AudiobooksThe fundamental purpose of the framework was to seek suitable suppliers who can provide large print books and / or audio books to the Council.The framework period for the Provision of Large Print Books and Audio Books is from 01 May 2025 - 31 March 2029 with an option to extend for up to a twelve (12) months.Full details can be found in the ITT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Sell2Wales |
| Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=147992 |
| Notice type | S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 May 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £104,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | CAERPHILLY COUNTY BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | HENGOED |
| Post town | Cardiff |
| Postcode | CF82 7PG |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL53 Gwent Valleys |
| Local authority | Caerphilly |
| Electoral ward | Ystrad Mynach |
| Westminster constituency | Caerphilly |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 2 May 2025 at 16:06 - Award - S2W Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=147992
- 7 Feb 2025 at 13:45 - Tender - S2W Notice - Website Invitation to Tender Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=147992

## Notice URLs

- https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login
- https://www.caerphilly.gov.uk

## Provenance

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