MIT Press Direct to Open Supporter Membership 2025 - 2028

JISC

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Summary of the contracting process

Jisc, a public authority operating at the sub-central government level in the United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for the "MIT Press Direct to Open Supporter Membership 2025 - 2028" project. This contract, awarded via direct procurement, seeks to establish a continued partnership with The MIT Press, based in the United States. The procurement falls under the education and training services industry category, emphasizing open access to scholarly monographs and collections. The contract, scheduled to span from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2028, involves institutions across the UK benefiting from significant educational resources, with framework agreements in place. Key milestones include the signature date planned for 30 June 2025, and the contract involves a gross value of £300,470.83.

This tender offers extensive opportunities for institutions involved in higher and further education striving to gain access to MIT Press scholarly materials. It is particularly beneficial for education and research-based organisations, including further education institutions, consortia, and specialist colleges, allowing them to expand their resource offerings. SMEs, especially those specialising in education services or library and information management, may find this contract advantageous due to its focus on accessibility and knowledge dissemination. The option to support various collections, including STEM and HSS, further enhances the scope for participation and growth among diverse educational entities.

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MIT Press Direct to Open Supporter Membership 2025 - 2028

JISC

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

8th May 2025 09:48:43 AM
Contract Summary

Jisc Services Limited is entering into a contract with The MIT Press. Participation in the Direct to Open agreement will open access to all new MIT Press scholarly monographs and edited collections (~90 titles per year) from 2022 via recurring participation fees. Institutions will receive access to the backfile book content during their participation even if ultimately sufficient funds are not received to unlock the front-file. This contract is for use by Jisc Members only and not for Jisc's own use.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-050a68

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

Direct

Procurement Method Details

Direct Award

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

JISC

Buyer Name

Neil Lewin

Buyer Email

procurement@jisc.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

4 Portwall Lane

Bristol

BS1 6NB

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

THE MIT PRESS

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MIT Press Direct to Open Supporter Membership 2025 - 2028

JISC

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

30th April 2025 14:10:23 PM
Contract Summary

Jisc Services Limited is entering into a contract with; The MIT Press. Participation in the Direct to Open agreement will open access to all new MIT Press scholarly monographs and edited collections (~90 titles per year) from 2022 via recurring participation fees. Institutions will receive access to the backfile book content during their participation even if ultimately sufficient funds are not received to unlock the front-file. This contract is for use by Jisc Members only and not for Jisc's own use.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-050a68

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Award, Contract

Procurement Method

Direct

Procurement Method Details

Direct Award

Procurement Category

N/A

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS

Framework
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

JISC

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

procurement@jisc.ac.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

4 Portwall Lane

Bristol

BS1 6NB

United Kingdom
Awarded Supplier(s)

Supplier Name(s)

THE MIT PRESS

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MIT Press Direct to Open Supporter Membership 2025 - 2028

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MIT Press Direct to Open Supporter Membership 2025 - 2028

JISC

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