Acquisition of Books for Institute of Advanced Studies (IDEA), USACH // CDP 87132 - CC:102
About This Opportunity
TranslatedThis tender concerns the acquisition of books for the Institute of Advanced Studies (IDEA) at the University of Santiago, Chile (USACH). The procurement reference numbers are CDP 87132 and CC:102. The Institute of Advanced Studies is a research and postgraduate institution dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary research and academic excellence. The acquisition of new books is crucial for updating the institute's library resources, supporting ongoing research projects, and providing students and faculty with access to the latest scholarly materials. The scope of the tender likely includes the supply of a diverse range of academic publications across various disciplines relevant to the institute's research areas, which may include social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, and engineering, among others. Bidders are expected to provide high-quality academic books, potentially including monographs, edited volumes, journals, and other relevant publications. Specific requirements regarding the types of books, quantities, delivery timelines, and submission of proposals will be detailed in the full tender documentation. This procurement aims to enhance the intellectual capacity and research infrastructure of IDEA, USACH, ensuring it remains at the forefront of academic inquiry and knowledge creation.
This is a services contract in the Research, education and training and architecture and engineering sectors, with a focus on Higher Education. Located in Chile, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through Chile Mercado Publico, 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 Research 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 SpanishThis tender, issued by the Universidad de Santiago de Chile (USACH) through its Instituto de Estudios Avanzados (IDEA), seeks the acquisition of a diverse range of books. The procurement is being conducted via the Chilean public procurement platform, indicating an open and competitive bidding process. This opportunity is relevant for publishers, distributors, and suppliers of academic and specialized literature.
The contracting authority is looking to procure a collection of books that will support the research, teaching, and academic activities of IDEA. While specific subject areas are not detailed in the provided information, typical requirements for such acquisitions often include a broad spectrum of disciplines relevant to advanced studies, potentially encompassing social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, engineering, and arts. Bidders are generally expected to demonstrate their capacity to supply a wide variety of titles, including both recent publications and potentially out-of-print or specialized works.
Key considerations for potential bidders will likely involve the ability to provide competitive pricing, ensure timely delivery of goods to the specified location in Chile, and adhere to all contractual and logistical requirements stipulated by USACH. Experience in supplying academic institutions and a robust understanding of international book markets will be advantageous. This tender represents a significant opportunity for suppliers to contribute to the intellectual resources of a prominent Chilean university.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from Chile Mercado Publico and was originally published on March 7, 2026. Last refreshed 73 days ago. Original language: Spanish. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in Chile. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit Chile Mercado Publico to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to GRUPO GESTION EDITORIAL SPA.. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Services contract in the Research & Innovation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
GRUPO GESTION EDITORIAL SPA. was awarded the contract for CLP 599,419. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
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