Subscription for licensed access to EBSCO Publishing's "Academic Search ULTIMATE" databases for the needs of TU - Sofia
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis public procurement concerns a subscription for licensed access to EBSCO Publishing's 'Academic Search ULTIMATE' database for the Technical University of Sofia (TU - Sofia). The specific lot involves providing access to 'Academic Search ULTIMATE,' a multidisciplinary database containing over 14,000 full-text periodicals, both peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed, and covering open and closed access content. The database encompasses a wide range of technical, engineering, and economic scientific disciplines, aligning with the university's academic focus. The selected provider must possess the rights to distribute this database within the Republic of Bulgaria. The contract duration is 24 months from the registration date. The contractor is obligated to ensure online access to the database via specified IP addresses, provide timely updates on service changes, and offer technical support and consultations for database users. This subscription is crucial for supporting the research and educational activities of TU - Sofia by providing its students and faculty with access to vital scholarly resources.
This is a services contract in the education and training sector, with a focus on Higher Education. Located in Bulgaria, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of EUR 26,996.
Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the education and training sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Auto-translated from bgThe subject of the lot is: "Subscription for licensed access to EBSCO Publishing's "Academic Search ULTIMATE" databases for the needs of TU - Sofia" - providing a subscription for licensed access to "Academic Search ULTIMATE" – a multidisciplinary database with more than 14,000 full-text periodicals – peer-reviewed and non-peer-reviewed, open and closed access. The scientific publications in the database cover all technical, engineering, and economic scientific disciplines. The participant submitting an offer for the above-mentioned lot must have the right to distribute the database in the territory of the Republic of Bulgaria. The contract execution period is 24 (twenty-four) months, starting from the date of registration of the contract in the registry of the Contracting Authority. Within the subscription, the Contractor undertakes: - to provide online access to the database using IP addresses specified by the Contracting Authority; - to promptly provide information about changes in the process of service delivery; - to provide technical assistance and consultations on the use of the database.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on March 10, 2026. Last refreshed 35 days ago. Original language: bg. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About ТЕХНИЧЕСКИ УНИВЕРСИТЕТ
ТЕХНИЧЕСКИ УНИВЕРСИТЕТ has issued 141 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 10 currently open and 80 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Information & Communication Technology, Construction & Civil Works, and General Supplies & Services. All notices are published for Bulgaria. Notices are distributed via TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: September 9, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to АГЕНЦИЯ ПУЛСАР ЕООД. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by ТЕХНИЧЕСКИ УНИВЕРСИТЕТ in Bulgaria. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Education & Training sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
АГЕНЦИЯ ПУЛСАР ЕООД was awarded the contract for €49,200. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Bulgaria. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
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