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title: "The Supply of Audiobooks and Large Print Books of Named Authors from W F Howes Ltd."
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000621291"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-r6ebe6-0000621291.json"
source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL"
published: "2020-05-25"
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# The Supply of Audiobooks and Large Print Books of Named Authors from W F Howes Ltd.

Buyer: THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000621291

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## Summary

The City of Edinburgh Council has successfully completed the procurement process for the supply of audiobooks and large print books from W.F. Howes Ltd. This tender falls under the goods category and was carried out using an open procurement method. The contract was awarded on 30 April 2020, with a total value of £77,932.08. The delivery location is within the City of Edinburgh, with the opportunity linked to the provision of unabridged audiobooks and large print books featuring a range of British and International authors. The procurement process has now reached the award stage.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the publishing and media sectors, particularly those specialising in audiobooks and accessible reading materials. Companies that can provide a diverse selection of titles, particularly those exclusive to W.F. Howes, will find themselves well-positioned to compete in future tenders, given the increasing demand for inclusive reading options. Suppliers with a focus on high-quality production and delivery of literary content tailored for various audiences, including children and adults, are encouraged to engage with forthcoming procurement opportunities.

## Notice

Audiobooks and Large Print Books

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supply of Unabridged Audio Books and large print books in CD Format and paperback of British and International authors across all gendres for both adult and children for authors' titles exclusive to W.F.Howes in the UK including: Bernard Cornwell, Lucy Diamond, Daniel Steel, Ian Rankin, Val McDermid, Hilary Mantel and others. Note: this list is not exhaustive and could be added to at a later date.. Non-regulated under section 33 (1) (iii) Protection of Exclusive rights including property rights.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY387023 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £77,932 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE CITY OF EDINBURGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH8 8BG |
| 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 | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | W.F.HOWES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books

## Release History

- 25 May 2020 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY387023

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY387023
  The Supply of Audiobooks and Large Print Books of Named Authors from W F Howes Ltd. - Audiobooks and Large Print Books

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.edinburgh.gov.uk
- http://www.wfhowes.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000621291

## Provenance

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