---
title: "SHEDL eBook Collections - Elsevier"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000649041"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "APUC LIMITED"
published: "2022-07-07"
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# SHEDL eBook Collections - Elsevier

Buyer: APUC LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000649041

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## Summary

APUC Limited, based in Stirling, has successfully entered into a contract with Elsevier B.V. for the provision of the Freedom eBook Collection free of Digital Rights Management (DRM). This procurement falls under the education sector and is classified as a limited procurement method, specifically awarded without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract, signed on 26th March 2021, has an estimated value of £500,000 for a term of 36 months, with potential participation from higher education institutions across Scotland and the National Library of Scotland.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in educational publishing and digital content services, particularly those specialising in academic resources and e-books. Suppliers with experience in DRM-free content and strong connections to educational institutions would be particularly well-suited to compete in future tenders of this nature. The procurement also indicates a potential for long-term partnerships with public sector buyers in Scotland, enhancing access to resources for educational institutions.

## Notice

APUC has entered into an agreement with Elsevier B.V. for the Freedom eBook Collection free of Digital Rights Management (DRM). APUC will not use the content but will facilitate the purchase on behalf of the HE institutions in Scotland and the National Library of Scotland. The Contract value is estimated based on potential participation by its members over the term of the contract.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

APUC has entered into a contract with Elsevier B.V. for access to Elsevier's Freedom Collection free of digital rights management.. The contract value is an estimate based on the potential aggregated subscription values over the possible term of 36 months. APUC will not use or make payments under this contract but will facilitate the agreement on behalf of the Scottish HE Institutions and the National Library of Scotland.

### Procurement Information

The publishing service is unique to the supplier and sector. The agreement falls within the derogation contained within Regulation 33(b)(i)of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015, permitting APUC to enter into the direct award.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453353 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £500,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | APUC LIMITED |
| Locality | STIRLING |
| Post town | Falkirk and Stirling |
| Postcode | FK8 2DZ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM0 Eastern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling |
| Local authority | Stirling |
| Electoral ward | Stirling East |
| Westminster constituency | Stirling and Strathallan |
| Delivery location | TLM Scotland |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 22113000 - Library books
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453353
- 30 Mar 2021 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410746

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR410746
  SHEDL eBook Collections - Elsevier - APUC is seeking to enter into an agreement with Elsevier B.V. for the Freedom eBook Collection free of Digital Rights Management (DRM). APUC will not use the content but will facilitate the purchase on behalf of the HE institutions in Scotland and the National Library of Scotland. The Contract value is estimated based on potential participation by its members over the term of the contract.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453353
  SHEDL eBook Collections - Elsevier - APUC has entered into an agreement with Elsevier B.V. for the Freedom eBook Collection free of Digital Rights Management (DRM). APUC will not use the content but will facilitate the purchase on behalf of the HE institutions in Scotland and the National Library of Scotland. The Contract value is estimated based on potential participation by its members over the term of the contract.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000649041
- https://www.elsevier.com/en-gb
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/stirling-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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