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JMIR Open Access Flexible Flat Annual Fee 2025-26

JISC

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10 Mar 2025 at 10:53

Summary of the contracting process

Jisc Services Limited has completed the procurement process for the "JMIR Open Access Flexible Flat Annual Fee 2025-26" contract, which focuses on education and training services within the digital health sector. The agreement with JMIR Publications aims to provide Jisc members with a flexible flat fee model for open access publishing. Key dates include the tender period ending on 6th February 2025 and the contract period starting on 1st April 2025 and ending on 31st March 2026. The procurement method was limited, with a negotiated process without a call for competition, suitable for large-scale suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in digital health education and training services to expand their footprint. Companies specialising in open access publishing, particularly those capable of catering to Jisc members across diverse regions such as the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom, are well-suited to compete in such frameworks. Engaging in this contracted framework can enhance their visibility and business growth by aligning with a reputable organisation like Jisc, which serves a substantial network of members.

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Notice Title

JMIR Open Access Flexible Flat Annual Fee 2025-26

Notice Description

Jisc Services Limited has entered into a contract with JMIR Publications Inc. JMIR Publications publish a number of open access journals focused on digital health. This framework agreement is for members who want to move away from individual APC payments to a flat fee model. This contract is for use by Jisc Members only and not for Jisc's own use.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-fa48d4f0-9112-4903-9c56-0c90f305e2c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74007bdc-7836-40bf-9e69-b37d1c7dc2b6
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated without a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£322,912 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Feb 202512 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
JISC
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6NB
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JMIR PUBLICATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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