Provision of Digital Library Content (eBooks, eAudiobooks, ePress) to Hampshire County Council
HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL · Awarded contract
AwardedProvision of Digital Library Content (eBooks, eAudiobooks, ePress) to Hampshire County Council
Awarded 31 Mar 2025
Awarded31 Mar 2025
Value£855,000.00
SupplierBolinda UK Ltd
AgencyHAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
RegionSouth East
CategoryEducation & Training
Expires in 1y 5mo3y term, 53% elapsed
Awarded 31 Mar 2025Expires 30 Mar 2028
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Hampshire County Council awarded a contract to Bolinda UK Ltd to provide an eBook, eAudiobooks, and ePress service to Hampshire residents.
The contract was procured via a Direct Award from ESPO Framework 376E_24, Lot 1.5, for a term of 2 years plus an extension of 1 year (3 years in total), with a contract value of £855,000.
This service supports the Council's statutory duty under the Public Libraries and Museums Act 1964 to provide a comprehensive and efficient library service, with 'e' titles included as a statutory provision.
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