ESSEx COUNTY COUNCIL has floated a tender for Large Print and Spoken Word for Libraries. The project location is United Kingdom and the tender is closing on 23 Jan 2026. The tender notice number is C025PA, while the TOT Ref Number is 133628465. Bidders can have further information about the Tender and can request the complete Tender document by Registering on the site.

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Procurement Summary

Country: United Kingdom

Summary: Large Print and Spoken Word for Libraries

Deadline: 23 Jan 2026

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Notice Type: Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 133628465

Document Ref. No.: C025PA

Financier: Self Financed

Purchaser Ownership: Public

Tender Value: Refer Document

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Essex County Council has a statutory duty under the Public Libraries and Museums Act to provide a comprehensive and efficient library service. Essex Libraries serve a population of approximately 1.5 million through 74 library buildings, an eLibrary, mobile libraries, and community services. With 250, 000 active users and over 5.5 million visits annually, we aim to ensure inclusive access to reading and listening materials. Scope of Procurement We intend to procure Large Print Books and Spoken Word on CDs to support accessibility and engagement for users with visual impairments or those who prefer audio formats. Our current contracts expire on 30th June 2026. Large Print Books Must meet RNIB standards (minimum 16-point font size). Durable for library lending, with reinforced covers and RFID tagging. Supplier must provide an accessible online catalogue with search and filtering options, images, descriptions, and MARC records. Ordering will be via Standing Order Plans and one-off purchases, using EDI for quotes, orders, and invoicing. Spoken Word on CDs Audio recordings of books on standard CDs, playable on conventional CD players. Robust cases suitable for library use, clear labelling, and RFID tagging. Online catalogue requirements similar to Large Print, including narrator details and physical specifications. Replacement options for damaged cases/discs during item lifetime. Delivery & Invoicing Central delivery to Witham, Essex. Monthly deliveries for standing orders; two-week...

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