LI3938R MU PQQ for the Provision of a Document Support Platform for Higher Education Institution libraries

LI3938R MU PQQ for the Provision of a Document Support Platform for Higher Education Institution libraries

Education Procurement Service (EPS)

## Summary The Education Procurement Service (EPS) is seeking a provider for a Document Support Platform for Higher Education Institution libraries. The estimated value of the contract is €600,000, and the duration is 72 months.

## Scope & Deliverables * Provision of a Document Delivery Service (DDS) to supplement existing e-resource collections * Access to leading Science Technology and Medicine (STM) and Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) resources * Library and archive services, including library software development services and database services

## Key Requirements * Eligibility: Not stated * Qualifications: Not stated * Certifications: Not stated * Experience: Not stated

## Commercials & Timeline * Estimated value: €600,000 * Submission deadline: Mon, 02 Nov 2026, 14:00:00 GMT * Contract duration: 72 months * Framework/DPS: No framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system

## How to Bid * Submission method: Electronic submission via https://www.etenders.gov.ie/epps/cft/viewTenders.do?resourceId=9179555 * Languages: English * Key documents to prepare: ESPD form and procurement documents available on eTenders

## Bid Considerations * This tender may suit companies with experience in library and archive services, including library software development and database services. * Opportunities: The contract has a high estimated value and a long duration, providing a stable revenue stream. * Risks: The restricted procedure may limit the number of bidders, and the contract duration may pose risks for companies with limited resources.

Restricted procedure. A two-stage process: suppliers first complete a selection questionnaire (capacity, experience, financial standing), and only those who qualify are invited to submit a full tender. Plan for the pre-qualification stage well before the tender deadline.

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