---
title: "Direct Award of PURCH2618 for the Provision of Library Management Software"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000831750"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW"
published: "2026-05-15"
---

# Direct Award of PURCH2618 for the Provision of Library Management Software

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000831750

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow has recently completed a procurement process for the "Direct Award of PURCH2618 for the Provision of Library Management Software". This procurement falls under the education industry category, specifically involving the supply of goods. The contract, located in the UKM82 region, was initiated through an open procedure covered by the GPA. The project has transitioned to the award and contract stage, with the contracting authority finalising the agreement on 23rd April 2025. The value of the contract is £523,573 GBP, awarded to OCLC (UK) Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Sheffield.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses looking to collaborate on library management systems and associated services. Companies specialising in education technology, particularly those offering scalable library software solutions, would find this an excellent opportunity to expand their operations. Large or technology-focused businesses will be well-equipped to fulfil such contracts through frameworks such as ITS1062 AP. The involvement in such contracts not only promises substantial commercial growth but also establishes a foothold in the educational sector, promoting long-term partnerships with academic institutions.

## Notice

Direct Award of PURCH2618 for the Provision of Library Management Software

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Direct Award of PURCH2618 for the Provision of Library Management Software Call Off from Framework Agreement ITS1062 AP Lot 1 Supply of Library Management Systems & Associated Services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555943 |
| 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 | 15 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Apr 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 | £523,573 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OCLC (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48517000 - IT software package

## Release History

- 15 May 2026 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555943

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY555943
  Direct Award of PURCH2618 for the Provision of Library Management Software - Direct Award of PURCH2618 for the Provision of Library Management Software

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.gla.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000831750

## Provenance

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