Books and media for Sandnes library

The contracting authority needs to enter into a framework agreement for the delivery of books and media to Sandnes library with associated branches (Sandnes, Riska, Høle and Forsand). Option: As an option, the school libraries shall also be able to connect to the agreement. This will not be relevant until …

CPV: 22113000 Libros para biblioteca, 22000000 Impresos y productos relacionados, 22100000 Libros impresos, folletos y prospectos, 22110000 Libros impresos
Plazo:
6 de mayo de 2025 a las 10:00
Tipo de plazo:
Presentación de una oferta
Lugar de ejecución:
Books and media for Sandnes library
Organismo adjudicador:
Sandnes kommune
Número de premio:
25/03650

1. Buyer

1.1 Buyer

Official name : Sandnes kommune
Legal type of the buyer : Body governed by public law, controlled by a local authority
Activity of the contracting authority : General public services

2. Procedure

2.1 Procedure

Title : Books and media for Sandnes library
Description : The contracting authority needs to enter into a framework agreement for the delivery of books and media to Sandnes library with associated branches (Sandnes, Riska, Høle and Forsand). Option: As an option, the school libraries shall also be able to connect to the agreement. This will not be relevant until spring 2026. The contracting authority estimates an annual contract value of approx. If the school libraries connect to the agreement, the estimated value is NOK 600,000 excluding VAT per annum. This gives a combined contract value (including options) of approx. NOK 5,800,000 excluding VAT. Based on the estimated value of the contract, the contracting authority has stated the maximum contract value of + 15% above the estimated value. The total maximum value is NOK 6,700,000 excluding VAT. Please note that the estimated contract value is an estimate and shall not carry any obligations for the contracting authority or rights for the tenderer. Subject to changes due to changed financial framework conditions, organisational changes and municipal activity. The current book law with the accompanying regulations will form the basis of the agreement. If changes are decided on the existing law/regulations during the contract period, any terms connected to price/discounts will also apply for this contract. More information on the procurement process is in 'Annex 1 - Requirement Specifications'.
Procedure identifier : 4b0cb12b-c3ac-4d3c-b121-c8295415f5d0
Internal identifier : 25/03650
Type of procedure : Open
Justification for the accelerated procedure :
Main features of the procedure :

2.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Supplies
Main classification ( cpv ): 22113000 Library books
Additional classification ( cpv ): 22000000 Printed matter and related products
Additional classification ( cpv ): 22100000 Printed books, brochures and leaflets
Additional classification ( cpv ): 22110000 Printed books

2.1.2 Place of performance

Country subdivision (NUTS) : Rogaland ( NO0A1 )

2.1.3 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 5 800 000 Norwegian krone

2.1.4 General information

Legal basis :
Directive 2014/24/EU

2.1.6 Grounds for exclusion

Analogous situation like bankruptcy under national law : Is the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Bankruptcy : Is the tenderer in a bankruptcy situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Corruption : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a enforceable verdict has been convicted of corruption by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Corruption as defined in Article 3 of the Convention on Combating Corruption, Involving European Communities or European Union Member States (EUT C 195 of 25.6.1997, s. 1), and in Article 2, point 1, in the Council ́s framework decision 2003/568/RIA of 22 July 2003 on combating corruption in the private sector (EUT L 192 of 31.7.2003, p. 54). This rejection reason also includes corruption as defined in national law for the contracting authority or supplier.
Arrangement with creditors : Is the supplier in a situation where he has been forced debt arrangement? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Participation in a criminal organisation : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted verdict of participation in a criminal organisation by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Participation in a criminal organisation as defined in Article 2 of the Council ́s framework decision 2008/841/RIA of 24 October 2008 on control of organised crime (EUT L 300 of 11.11.2008, p. 42)
Agreements with other economic operators aimed at distorting competition : Has the tenderer entered into agreement(s) with other tenderers with the intention of turning the competition?
Breaching of obligations in the fields of environmental law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of environmental provisions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Money laundering or terrorist financing : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of money laundering or financing terrorism by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Money laundering or financing terrorism As defined in Article 1 of the European Parliament and Council Directive 2005/60/EF of 26 October 2005 on preventive measures against the use of the financial system for money laundering and financing terrorism (EUT L 309 of 25.11.2005, p. 15).
Fraud : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, at the time a legally convicted of fraud has been convicted of fraud by a verdict handed down not more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Fraud included in Article 1 of the Convention on protection of the Financial Interests of the European Communities (EFT C 316 of 27.11.1995, p. 48).
Child labour and other forms of trafficking in human beings : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of child labour and other forms of human trafficking by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period determined directly in the judgement that still applies? Child labour and other forms of human trafficking as defined in Article 2 of the European Parliament and council directive 2011/36/EU of 5. 1 April 2011 on the prevention and control of human trafficking and the protection of its victims and for compensation of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/629/RIA (EUT L 101 of 15.4.2011, p. 1).
Insolvency : Is the tenderer in an insolvency situation? Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Breaching of obligations in the fields of labour law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on working conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Assets being administered by liquidator : Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Guilty of misrepresentation, withheld information, unable to provide required documents and obtained confidential information of this procedure : Have the tenderer:a) given grossly incorrect information when notifying the information required to verify that there is no basis for rejection, or of the qualification requirements being met,b) failed to provide such information,c) subject to immediately submitting the supporting documents requested by the Contracting Authority, ord) improperly affecting the Contracting Authority's decision process to acquire confidential information that could give this an unlawful advantage in connection with competition, or negligently has given misleading information that can have a significant influence on decisions on rejection, selection or award?
Purely national exclusion grounds : In accordance with the current regulations.
Conflict of interest due to its participation in the procurement procedure : Are tenderers aware of a conflict of interest as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents?
Direct or indirect involvement in the preparation of this procurement procedure : Has the tenderer or an entity associated with the supplier advised the contracting authority or in another way been involved in the planning of the competition?
Guilty of grave professional misconduct : Has the tenderer committed serious errors in professional practice? If relevant, see the definitions in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents.
Early termination, damages or other comparable sanctions : Has the tenderer committed significant breaches of contract in connection with the fulfilment of a previous public contract, a previous contract with a public contracting authority or a previous concession contract, where the breach has led to the cancellation of the contract, compensation or other similar sanctions?
Breaching of obligations in the fields of social law : Is the tenderer aware of breaches of provisions on social conditions as stated in national law, the relevant notice or procurement documents or Article 18 (2) of Directive 2014/24/EU.
Payment of social security contributions : Have tenderers failed to fulfil all their social security obligations in the country where they are established and in their member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Business activities are suspended : Specify why, under the mentioned circumstances, one is able to carry out the contract, considering the current national provisions and measures for continuing the business activities? It is not necessary to provide this information if rejection of tenderers made mandatory in accordance with the current national law without the possibility for exceptions.
Payment of taxes : Has the tenderer not fulfilled his tax and duty obligations in the country in which he is established, and in the contracting authority's member state, if this is a different country than what he is established in?
Terrorist offences or offences linked to terrorist activities : Is the tenderer himself or a person, who is a member of the tenderer's administration, management or supervisory body, or has the competence to represent or control or make decisions in such bodies, in the event a legal verdict has been convicted of acts of terrorism or criminal acts connected to terrorist activities by a verdict handed down no more than five years ago, or a rejection period set out directly in the judgement that still applies? Acts of terrorism or criminal acts relating to terrorist activity as defined in Article 1 and 3 of the Council ́s framework decision 2002/475/RIA of 13 June 2002 on combating terrorism (EFT L 164, af 22.6.2002, p. 3). This rejection reason also includes incitement to, participation or attempts to commit such actions as included in Article 4 in the mentioned framework decision.

5. Lot

5.1 Lot technical ID : LOT-0000

Title : Books and media for Sandnes library
Description : The contracting authority needs to enter into a framework agreement for the delivery of books and media to Sandnes library with associated branches (Sandnes, Riska, Høle and Forsand). Option: As an option, the school libraries shall also be able to connect to the agreement. This will not be relevant until spring 2026. The contracting authority estimates an annual contract value of approx. If the school libraries connect to the agreement, the estimated value is NOK 600,000 excluding VAT per annum. This gives a combined contract value (including options) of approx. NOK 5,800,000 excluding VAT. Based on the estimated value of the contract, the contracting authority has stated the maximum contract value of + 15% above the estimated value. The total maximum value is NOK 6,700,000 excluding VAT. Please note that the estimated contract value is an estimate and shall not carry any obligations for the contracting authority or rights for the tenderer. Subject to changes due to changed financial framework conditions, organisational changes and municipal activity. The current book law with the accompanying regulations will form the basis of the agreement. If changes are decided on the existing law/regulations during the contract period, any terms connected to price/discounts will also apply for this contract. More information on the procurement process is in 'Annex 1 - Requirement Specifications'.
Internal identifier : 25/03650

5.1.1 Purpose

Main nature of the contract : Supplies
Main classification ( cpv ): 22113000 Library books
Additional classification ( cpv ): 22000000 Printed matter and related products
Additional classification ( cpv ): 22100000 Printed books, brochures and leaflets
Additional classification ( cpv ): 22110000 Printed books

5.1.2 Place of performance

Country subdivision (NUTS) : Rogaland ( NO0A1 )
Additional information :

5.1.3 Estimated duration

Duration : 4 Year

5.1.5 Value

Estimated value excluding VAT : 5 800 000 Norwegian krone

5.1.6 General information

Reserved participation : Participation is not reserved.
Procurement Project not financed with EU Funds.
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA) : yes

5.1.9 Selection criteria

Criterion :
Type : Economic and financial standing
Name : The tenderer's economic and financial capacity
Description : Tenderers must have sufficient economic and financial capacity to fulfil the contract. Tenderers must achieve a minimum rating of "credit worthy", i.e. tenderers must be in risk class 5 or higher on Experians scale.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Suitability to pursue the professional activity
Name : Tax Certificate
Description : Tenderers must not have significant tax and VAT arrears, or an approved repayment plan shall be in existence.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Suitability to pursue the professional activity
Name : The organisational and legal position of the tenderer.
Description : Tenderers shall be registered in a company register, professional register or a commerce register in the country where the tenderer is established.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Technical and professional ability
Name : The tenderer ́s technical and professional qualifications.
Description : Tenderers shall have experience from comparable contracts as described in the tender documentation and annexes.
Use of this criterion : Used
Criterion :
Type : Technical and professional ability
Name : The tenderer ́s technical and professional qualifications.
Description : Tenderers shall ensure environmental considerations and have an adequate environmental management system.
Use of this criterion : Used

5.1.10 Award criteria

Criterion :
Type : Price
Name : Price
Description :
Weight (percentage, exact) : 50
Criterion :
Type : Quality
Name : Quality
Description :
Weight (percentage, exact) : 50
Description of the method to be used if weighting cannot be expressed by criteria :
Justification for not indicating the weighting of the award criteria :

5.1.11 Procurement documents

5.1.12 Terms of procurement

Terms of submission :
Electronic submission : Required
Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted : Norwegian
Electronic catalogue : Not allowed
Deadline for receipt of tenders : 06/05/2025 10:00 +00:00
Information about public opening :
Opening date : 06/05/2025 10:15 +00:00
Terms of contract :
The execution of the contract must be performed within the framework of sheltered employment programmes : No
Electronic invoicing : Required
Electronic ordering will be used : yes
Electronic payment will be used : yes

5.1.15 Techniques

Framework agreement :
Framework agreement, without reopening of competition
Information about the dynamic purchasing system :
No dynamic purchase system
Electronic auction : no

5.1.16 Further information, mediation and review

Review organisation : Sør-Rogaland tingrett

8. Organisations

8.1 ORG-0001

Official name : Sandnes kommune
Registration number : 964965137
Postal address : Rådhusgata 1
Town : Sandnes
Postcode : 4306
Country : Norway
Contact point : Johannes Oseland
Telephone : +47 90815421
Roles of this organisation :
Buyer

8.1 ORG-0002

Official name : Sør-Rogaland tingrett
Registration number : 926723448
Town : Stavanger
Country : Norway
Telephone : 52 00 46 00
Roles of this organisation :
Review organisation

11. Notice information

11.1 Notice information

Notice identifier/version : 23ded93f-e745-49b7-9c3f-d9e24ee7e7b5 - 01
Form type : Competition
Notice type : Contract or concession notice – standard regime
Notice dispatch date : 21/03/2025 15:45 +00:00
Notice dispatch date (eSender) : 21/03/2025 15:46 +00:00
Languages in which this notice is officially available : English

11.2 Publication information

Notice publication number : 00190268-2025
OJ S issue number : 59/2025
Publication date : 25/03/2025