---
title: "SHEDL eBook Collections - Oxford University Press (OUP)"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000790061"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "APUC LIMITED"
published: "2025-04-15"
---

# SHEDL eBook Collections - Oxford University Press (OUP)

Buyer: APUC LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000790061

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## Summary

APUC Limited, situated in Stirling, has completed a contract award process for the procurement titled "SHEDL eBook Collections - Oxford University Press (OUP)" within the Education category. The agreement was made with Oxford University Press to give Scottish Higher Education Digital Library (SHEDL) member institutions access to the Oxford Scholarship Online eBook collection and partner presses for up to 4 years, free of Digital Rights Management (DRM). The location of the procurement is Scotland, and the contract value is estimated based on potential participation by its members. The procurement method was limited, allowing a direct award without a prior call for competition, given the unique nature of the service and its compliance with Regulation 33(b)(i) of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015. The legal basis for this award adheres to CELEX ID 32014L0024.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses involved in the provision of digital and academic content services. Suppliers in the education and publishing industries, particularly those offering digital library solutions, would be well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Furthermore, businesses capable of leveraging DRM-free solutions for academic institutions can benefit significantly from such arrangements. By partnering with APUC Limited, businesses can gain a foothold in the higher education market in Scotland, fostering growth through collaboration with educational institutions and facilitating access to valuable academic resources.

## Notice

APUC has entered into an agreement with Oxford University Press to offer Scottish Higher Education Digital Library (SHEDL) member institutions access to Oxford Scholarship Online eBook collection and partner presses, free of Digital Rights Management (DRM), for up to 4 years. 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

### Lot Information

Lot 1

APUC has entered an agreement with Oxford University Press on behalf of the members of SHEDL for access to Oxford Scholarship Online eBooks collections free of digital rights management.. The contract value is an estimate based on the potential aggregated value over the possible term of 48 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=APR528358 |
| 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 | 15 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £900,000 |

## 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 | OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS |

## 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

- 15 Apr 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528358
- 11 Feb 2025 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F15 - Voluntary Ex Ante Transparency Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523701

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523701
  SHEDL eBook Collections - Oxford University Press (OUP) - APUC is seeking to enter into an agreement with Oxford University Press to offer Scottish Higher Education Digital Library (SHEDL) member institutions access to for the Oxford Scholarship Online eBook collection and partner presses, free of Digital Rights Management (DRM), for up to 4 years. 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
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR528358
  SHEDL eBook Collections - Oxford University Press (OUP) - APUC has entered into an agreement with Oxford University Press to offer Scottish Higher Education Digital Library (SHEDL) member institutions access to Oxford Scholarship Online eBook collection and partner presses, free of Digital Rights Management (DRM), for up to 4 years. 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

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.apuc-scot.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790061
- https://global.oup.com/academic/
- https://www.scotcourts.gov.uk/the-courts/court-locations/stirling-sheriff-court-and-justice-of-the-peace-court

## Provenance

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