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UCDOPP5520 Book Shop(s) Concession in University College Dublin and any wholly owned subsidiaries thereof

Awarded to John Byrne Books Ltd

University College Dublin ( UCD )(buyer)

Published
Published 27 January 2026
Deadline
Closed 11 March 2026

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Overview

University College Dublin awarded a concession to John Byrne Books Ltd for €5.5 million to operate an integrated book shop and merchandise retail unit across multiple locations, including a flagship two-floor space in the James Joyce Library, an online platform, and pop-up locations on campus. The concession encompasses unified branding, management, and a single social media presence for the retail operations.

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  • UCDOPP5520 Book Shop(s) Concession in University College Dublin and any wholly owned subsidiaries thereof

    University College Dublin seeks to appoint a single, experienced retailer to operate an integrated UCD Book Shop and College Collection Merchandise unit and other locations as they arise during the term. This retail space will feature unified branding and management, a flagship two-floor space in the James Joyce Library, a seamless online platform, a single social media presence, and a network of seasonal/event pop-ups across the Belfield campus (and, where appropriate, at Blackrock and other locations).

    €5,500,000Won by John Byrne Books Ltd

Key details

Country
Ireland
Status
In delivery
Category
Services
Estimated value
€5,397,000
Procedure
Open
SME suitable
Yes
Published
27 January 2026
Deadline
Closed
Classification (CPV)
Retail trade services

Award outcome

Awarded value
€5,500,000
Award date
10 April 2026
Contract period
— → 13 February 2031
Winner
  • John Byrne Books Ltd

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Notice history

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  1. Contract Award Notice

    27 May 2026

  2. Contract Notice

    27 January 2026

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