Periodical Subscription Agent Services for the Houses of Parliament

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Parliament UK awarded a contract to LM Information Delivery for periodical subscription agent services for both Houses of Parliament.

The contract covers the timely supply of publications via subscription, including periodicals, journals, and magazines in hard copy, electronic/digital, or both formats.

The supplier is responsible for managing all aspects of subscription services, such as placing new subscriptions, supplying missing and back issues, and making payments to publishers.

The requirement includes online access to electronic/digital periodicals through the Parliamentary Intranet and mobile devices, as well as access to a subscription management/administration facility.

The periodicals support Members of both Houses in their Parliamentary duties and staff in supporting Members.

The contract is for an initial period of three years, with options to extend to a maximum of five years.

The contract value is approximately £574k per annum, or £2.87m over the maximum five years, covering both subscription costs and contractor services.