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Manchester Open Research Environment, advancing the University's green open access (OA) strategy - Request for Information

THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER

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12 Feb 2025 at 14:26

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Manchester is initiating a procurement process titled "Manchester Open Research Environment, advancing the University's green open access (OA) strategy - Request for Information" in the software package and information systems industry category. This project aims to modernise the University's green OA environment for self-archiving research outputs. Located in Manchester, North West United Kingdom, the end date for the tender period is 3rd March 2025, and the contract period is set to start on 26th May 2025 and end on 25th February 2029. This procurement is at the Tender stage, employing an open procurement method below the threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in library software and educational software packages. It is particularly well-suited for companies that have experience in creating comprehensive research dissemination platforms compliant with funder OA policies. Businesses interested in contributing to the advancement of university-based research outputs would find this opportunity beneficial for growth. However, the procurement does not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, and suppliers can access the necessary procurement documents via the University's procurement portal, In-Tend.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Manchester Open Research Environment, advancing the University's green open access (OA) strategy - Request for Information

Notice Description

The University is undertaking a project to advance our green open access (OA) strategy. Green OA allows for self-archiving of research outputs whilst remaining fully compliant with funder OA policies. We are examining options to enable us to disseminate research and maximise impact most effectively by virtue of a modernised green OA environment. This request for information will be used to shortlist suppliers for a subsequent closed procurement exercise. The University of Manchester no longer meets the criteria of a 'body governed by public law' and is therefore not considered a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation. As a result, the University of Manchester will no longer be subject to the regime contained in The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation with effect from 1 August 2023. However, as an institution founded for the public good, an exempt charity and an organisation in receipt of public funds, the University has a duty to manage expenditure in an appropriate manner and aims to deliver value for money across its non-pay spend by adhering to good procurement practice. Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are freely available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec2abddb-a91a-44a8-bdc0-2ce68f787d1c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

48160000 - Library software package

48190000 - Educational software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 May 2025 - 25 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M13 9PL
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Hulme
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Rusholme

Further Information

Notice Documents

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