--- title: "Book Distribution" ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513.json" source: "Public Contracts Scotland" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND" published: "2018-05-22" --- # Book Distribution Buyer: HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513.json) ## Summary Historic Environment Scotland, located at Longmore House, Salisbury Place, Edinburgh, is currently engaged in the 'Book Distribution' procurement process, having initiated it through an open tender. The target industry for this procurement falls under tourism and built environment conservation services. The tender, which seeks a contractor to warehouse and distribute publications, has key dates including a tender closing date on 9th April 2018, with an award period slated to commence thereafter. The associated contract is valued at £46,000, reflecting the importance of high standards in stock handling and the capability to manage international deliveries. This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the logistics and distribution sectors, particularly those with expertise in handling publications and book management. Companies with the ability to uphold environmental standards while demonstrating robust qualifications and financial stability would be well-positioned to compete. This contract not only provides a lucrative engagement but also offers the potential for long-term partnerships with a respected public agency, contributing to the growth and visibility of businesses in the cultural and educational sectors. ## Notice Historic Environment Scotland is seeking a Contractor to warehouse and distribute publications produced by Historic Environment Scotland. ### Lot Information Lot 1 Historic Environment Scotland is seeking a Contractor to warehouse and distribute publications produced by the Historic Environment Scotland. The publications must be stored in the correct environment and the contractor must have a commitment to the highest standards of stock handling. The Contractor must have the capability to receive international deliveries and international orders and provide book handling skills including but not limited to re-jacketing books and quality checking of printed books. Renewal: The Contract will cover the period from 21st May 2018 to 20th May 2020 with 1 (one) option to extend for an additional 24 months. The maximum contract period will therefore be 4 (four) years dependent upon satisfactory completion of all aspects of the contract to date. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland | | Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319737 | | Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 22 May 2018 | | Submission deadline | 9 Apr 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 16 May 2018 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Contract will be retendered by spring 2022. | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £40,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £46,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND | | Locality | EDINBURGH | | Post town | Edinburgh | | Postcode | EH9 1SH | | Country | Scotland | | ITL 1 | TLM Scotland | | ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland | | ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh | | Local authority | City of Edinburgh | | Electoral ward | Southside/Newington | | Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South | | Delivery location | TLM Scotland | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | BOOKSOURCE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79824000 - Printing and distribution services ## Release History - 22 May 2018 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319737 - 8 Mar 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR312849 ## Documents - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR312849&idx=1 8th March 2018 - 3948 Book Distribution ITT - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR312849&idx=2 8th March 2018 - Appendix A - Terms and Conditions - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=MAR312849&idx=3 8th March 2018 - Appendix B - Pricing Schedule - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR312849 Book Distribution - Historic Environment Scotland is seeking a Contractor to warehouse and distribute publications produced by Historic Environment Scotland. - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY319737 Book Distribution - Historic Environment Scotland is seeking a Contractor to warehouse and distribute publications produced by Historic Environment Scotland. ## Notice URLs - http:// - http://historicenvironment.scot - http://www.publiccontractscotland.gov.uk - https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000534513 - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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