Oxford University Press (OUP) Read and Publish 2026-2028 (JISC)

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Award

12 Jun 2026 at 14:56

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Oxford University Press (OUP) Read and Publish 2026-2028 (JISC)." This contract falls under the services category, specifically targeting subscription and e-learning/library services, classified under the CPV code 79980000. It was awarded through the Jisc framework, utilising a limited procurement method which did not require prior publication of a call for competition. The procurement stage is in the award phase, with the contract signed on 1st January 2026. The primary location for delivery is in Glasgow, United Kingdom, identified by region code UKM82. The total contract value amounts to £193,362.52.

This tender creates growth opportunities for businesses in the subscription and educational services sectors, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality e-learning and library services. Large organisations, like Jisc, which was awarded the contract, may be well-suited to fulfil such requirements given the scale and scope of services required. Businesses looking to expand their portfolio within the UK's educational infrastructure stand to benefit significantly by aligning with similar frameworks and agreements like the one utilised in this procurement process.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Oxford University Press (OUP) Read and Publish 2026-2028 (JISC)

Notice Description

The University has awarded a contract for the Provision of Oxford University Press (OUP) Read and Publish 2026-2028 through the Jisc framework

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University has awarded a contract for the Provision of Oxford University Press Read and Publish 2026-2028 (UOS-43015-2026) via a call-off from Jisc's Oxford University Press (OUP) Read and Publish 2026-2028 Agreement.

Procurement Information

This award was conducted as a call-off from Jisc's Oxford University Press (OUP) Read and Publish 2026-2028 agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b457
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055843-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

80420000 - E-learning services

92511000 - Library services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£193,362 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jan 20265 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
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Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1XU
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JISC

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