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title: "Print Books & Standing Orders - APUC"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000659669"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "APUC"
published: "2022-07-07"
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# Print Books & Standing Orders - APUC

Buyer: APUC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000659669

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## Summary

The procurement process for providing print books and standing orders has been initiated by APUC, a central purchasing body, located in Stirling, UK. The project concerns the supply of academic content in both English and foreign languages to higher education and further education institutions across Scotland. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, with the tender status currently complete. This procurement includes two lots, one for English language and UK non-English language publications and another for foreign language publications, with key contracts valued at £8 million and £1 million respectively. The procurement process is designed to cover a broad range of delivery locations throughout Scotland and is expected to generate community benefits such as donations to local charities and internship opportunities.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses in the publishing and educational resources sectors, particularly those providing print and digital academic content. Suppliers, both SMEs and larger companies, specialising in books or educational materials would be well-suited to compete in this procurement. The framework agreement allows for multiple contractors to be appointed, encouraging collaboration and innovation among bidders. With the delivery expected to cater to established institutions like the National Library of Scotland and the National Museum of Scotland, companies able to meet the diverse needs of these clients will find a fruitful area for expansion and partnership.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking to appoint Contractors to supply and deliver a wide range of English language, UK non-English language and foreign language academic content in print format. The Authority is acting on behalf of the HE and FE institutions in Scotland, Members of the Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) which includes amongst its members, the National Library of Scotland, the National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh and Scotland Excel and its members

### Lot Information

English language and UK non-English language publications

For the appointment of up to 4 contractors for the supply and delivery of English language and UK non-English language academic content in print format This exercise is being undertaken on behalf of the HE/FE Institutions in Scotland and the members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL), including the National Library of Scotland, National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed in Appendix E -- List of Institutions. Members of APUC - http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/ Members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) https://www.scurl.ac.uk/members Members of Scotland Excel - http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk/

Options: The scope of the framework agreement will also cover alternative formats, including but not limited to CD, DVD, Maps, Posters, Music Scores and Kits.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 03.11.2021 for an initial period of 2 years and will expire on the 02.11.2023 The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 2 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirements of the members of APUC and SCURL.

Foreign language publications

For the appointment of up to 6 contractors for the supply and delivery of foreign language academic content in print format This exercise is being undertaken on behalf of the HE/FE Institutions in Scotland and the members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL), including the National Library of Scotland, National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh Parties eligible to use the Framework Agreement are as listed in Appendix E -- List of Institutions. Members of APUC - http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/ Members of Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) https://www.scurl.ac.uk/members Members of Scotland Excel - http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk/

Options: The scope of the framework agreement will also cover alternative formats, including but not limited to CD, DVD, Maps, Posters, Music Scores and Kits.

Renewal: The Framework Agreement will commence on the 03.11.2021 for an initial period of 2 years and will expire on the 02.11.2023. The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a further 2 x 12 month periods subject to satisfactory performance and continued requirements of the members of APUC and SCURL.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453590 |
| 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 | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 3 Nov 2021 - 2 Nov 2023 |
| Recurrence | Estimated timing for further notices to be published: February 2025 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £9,000,000 |
| Lots value | £9,000,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £9,000,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | APUC |
| 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 | 5 |
| Supplier names | BROWNS BOOKS; EBSCO INTERNATIONAL; ERASMUS BOEKHANDEL; HOUTSCHILD INTERNATIONAL BOOKSELLERS; PROQUEST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22110000 - Printed books
- 22112000 - Textbooks
- 22113000 - Library books
- 22114000 - Dictionaries, maps, music books and other books
- 22114100 - Dictionaries
- 22114200 - Atlases
- 22114300 - Maps

## 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=JUL453590
- 13 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421364

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421364
  Print Books & Standing Orders - APUC - The Authority is seeking to appoint Contractors to supply and deliver a wide range of English language, UK non-English language and foreign language academic content in print format. The Authority is acting on behalf of the HE and FE institutions in Scotland, Members of the Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) which includes amongst its members, the National Library of Scotland, the National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh and Scotland Excel and its members
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL453590
  Print Books & Standing Orders - APUC - The Authority is seeking to appoint Contractors to supply and deliver a wide range of English language, UK non-English language and foreign language academic content in print format. The Authority is acting on behalf of the HE and FE institutions in Scotland, Members of the Scottish Confederation of University and Research Libraries (SCURL) which includes amongst its members, the National Library of Scotland, the National Museum of Scotland, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh and Scotland Excel and its members

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk/
- http://www.brownsbfs.co.uk
- http://www.ebsco.com
- http://www.erasmusbooks.nl
- http://www.houtschild.com
- http://www.scotland-excel.org.uk/
- http://www.ucsp.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000659669
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/stirling-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/stirling-sheriffcourt-and-justice-of-the-peace-court
- https://www.scurl.ac.uk/members

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