---
title: "Books & Maps - Retail"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000566092"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-r6ebe6-0000566092"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000566092.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000566092.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "VISITSCOTLAND"
published: "2019-05-16"
---

# Books & Maps - Retail

Buyer: VISITSCOTLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000566092

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## Summary

VisitScotland is seeking suppliers for a framework contract titled "Books & Maps - Retail," aimed at providing retail books and maps for various outlets across Scotland. The procurement process is currently at the award stage, with the contract signed on 2 April 2019. The total contract value is £2,310,000 and relates to the procurement of goods classified under CPV code 22114000. The delivery will occur across locations in Scotland, and the original tender period ended on 7 January 2019, following an open procurement method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the retail and publishing sectors, particularly those specialising in books and maps. Businesses that can demonstrate understanding of the tourist market in Scotland, along with the ability to provide quality products at competitive prices, will be well-positioned to benefit. Additionally, successful bidders may highlight any community benefits in their submissions, aligning with VisitScotland's commitment to fostering social and environmental advantages through their procurement processes.

## Notice

The partners have established a framework of suppliers for Retail Books / Maps to be sold in a range of outlets across Scotland.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The partners have established a framework of suppliers for Retail Books / Maps to be sold in outlets across Scotland.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354530 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Apr 2019 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | October 2021 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £2,310,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | VISITSCOTLAND |
| Additional buyers | HISTORIC ENVIRONMENT SCOTLAND; SCOTTISH PARLIAMENTARY CORPORATE BODY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 6JH |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | BOOKSPEED; LOMOND BOOKS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22114000 - Dictionaries, maps, music books and other books

## Release History

- 16 May 2019 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354530
- 29 Nov 2018 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC338673

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC338673&idx=1
  3rd December 2018 - ITT
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC338673&idx=2
  3rd December 2018 - SoR
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC338673&idx=3
  3rd December 2018 - Questions
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC338673&idx=4
  3rd December 2018 - ESPD
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC338673&idx=5
  3rd December 2018 - Pricing
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/NoticeDownload/DownloadDocument.aspx?id=DEC338673&idx=6
  3rd December 2018 - Form of Contract
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC338673
  Books & Maps - Retail - The partners are seeking to establish a framework of suppliers for Retail Books / Maps to be sold in a range of outlets across Scotland.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354530
  Books & Maps - Retail - The partners have established a framework of suppliers for Retail Books / Maps to be sold in a range of outlets across Scotland.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- http://www.visitscotland.org
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000566092

## Provenance

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