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UKRI-5772 Read and Publish Agreement

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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09 Apr 2026 at 13:26

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire. The contract, titled "UKRI-5772 Read and Publish Agreement," falls within the Education and Training Services sector. It is associated with a scientific journal access agreement. The procurement method used was direct, without competition, as it was below the threshold. The process has reached the award stage and was completed on 9th February 2026, with the contract period running from 10th February 2026 to 31st December 2026. The contract has a gross value of GBP 86,843.33 and was awarded to Jisc Services Ltd, a large-scale supplier based in Bristol.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in providing educational and training services, especially those capable of facilitating publication and access to scientific journals. Large-scale suppliers, such as educational service providers, may find growth potential in similar tenders issued by central government bodies like UKRI. Engaging in such contracts could expand service offerings and strengthen partnerships within academic and research sectors. Businesses with experience in delivering large-scale, value-driven solutions without the need for competitive tendering are well-suited to pursue similar procurement processes.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5772 Read and Publish Agreement

Notice Description

This contract allows UKRI access to a required scientific journal where data and information can be published and read.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032459-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£77,559 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JISC SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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