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RHUL-26058 2026-2028 JISC Collections Wiley Read and Publish Open Access Agreement

ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE

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24 Feb 2026 at 15:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, located at Egham Hill, aims to secure an Annual e-License Subscription for Journal Publications through the JISC Collections Journals Framework Agreement. This tender falls under the 'Journals' industry category (CPV Code: 22211000) and concerns goods procurement within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage, having been completed on 24th February 2026. The procurement method was classified as 'Other'. Key parties involved include the buying organisation, Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, and the supplier, John Wiley & Sons Limited. The contract has a three-year duration starting from 21st January 2026 to 31st December 2028, with the award amounting to £486,937.

This tender presents opportunities primarily for large-scale publishing companies specialising in journal availability and e-license provisioning. Smaller enterprises and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) may find participation challenging due to the scale and specifics of this procurement. Businesses with expertise in managing digital publications and frameworks for research and academic use are particularly suited to compete in similar tenders, facilitating potential growth by aligning with institutions focused on scholarly and research activities. Expanding into these sectors could significantly enhance visibility and engagement with academic entities.

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Notice Title

RHUL-26058 2026-2028 JISC Collections Wiley Read and Publish Open Access Agreement

Notice Description

Awarded to John Wiley & Sons Limited for and Annual e-License Subscription for Journal Publications for 3 years, via the JISC Collections Journals Framework Agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9a9acd8f-81e0-4af5-be44-b942e1b2c40e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/079e0ed3-25b4-4b12-aa2d-b49dd08e3007
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products


CPV Codes

22211000 - Journals

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£486,937 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£486,937 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EGHAM
Postcode
TW20 0EX
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ25 West Surrey
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Runnymede
Electoral Ward
Englefield Green East
Westminster Constituency
Windsor

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JOHN WILEY & SONS

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