Library Resources

A Prior Information Notice
by CRESCENT PURCHASING LIMITED

Source
OJEU
Type
Future Contract (Supply)
Duration
4 year
Value
£20M
Sector
MISCELLANEOUS
Published
22 Dec 2023
Delivery
To 22 Dec 2027 (est.)
Deadline
n/a

Concepts

Location

United Kingdom

Geochart for 4 buyers and 0 suppliers

4 buyers

Description

This Pre-market engagement process is in advance of the expiration of the CPC framework for Library Resources which expires 08/10/2024. The scope is expected to cover books, eBooks, audio books, reading material alternatives, and services including journal subscriptions, ordering, payment, delivery, marking, monitoring, journal consolidation services, books processing, shelf ready books services. We are hopeful that we can introduce to this new iteration library management system software, and additional modules such as discovery services, reading lists and acquisition tools. CPC are seeking interested suppliers of the above to discuss the relevant markets and to assess whether the above scope is appropriate. Additionally librarians in educational establishments across the UK who are able to detail their needs. Please contact l.m.oshea@thecpc.ac.uk to engage.

Lot Division

1 Library Books
  • Value: £8M

This lot covers the provision of physical print material of books including literature, textbooks etc. and the services that may be required with the acquisition of such goods
2 Library eBooks
  • Value: £6M

This lot covers the provision of electronic copies of literature, textbooks, audio books, alternative formats, and the services that may be required with the acquisition of such goods
3 Journal/Periodical Subscription Services
  • Value: £2M

This lot covers the provision of journal, eJournal, and periodical subscription services, and other services that may be required including but not-limited-to journal consolidation services
4 Library Management Systems Software
  • Value: £4M

This lot covers the provision of software for managing libraries including Library Management Systems (LMS), reading lists, discovery services and acquisitions tools.

Renewal Options

48 month(s) from the commencement date, with 24 initial month(s) and option to extend 2x12 month(s)

CPV Codes

  • 39155100 - Library equipment
  • 22113000 - Library books
  • 22112000 - Textbooks
  • 22111000 - School books
  • 22114000 - Dictionaries, maps, music books and other books
  • 22110000 - Printed books
  • 48160000 - Library software package
  • 79980000 - Subscription services
  • 48161000 - Library management system

Indicators

  • Restrictions apply to the lot award allocation.
  • Bids should cover a maximum number of lots.
  • Bids should cover the whole contract.
  • Options are available.
  • Award on basis of price and quality.

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