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Summary of the contracting process

Jisc Services Limited has entered into a contract with DOAJ Fonden to provide support for the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) from 2027 to 2029, at preferential rates for Jisc member institutions. This direct award contract, valued at £366,000, falls under the service category and was signed on 30th July 2026. The procurement process is now complete, and the contract will commence on 1st January 2027, ending on 31st December 2029. The process involved a framework agreement without reopening competition due to DOAJ Fonden being the sole rightsholder of the content. The procurement method chosen was a direct award, specifically catering to higher education and research institutions across the UK.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in software packages, information systems, database services, and education and training services, as these sectors align with the core services offered under this contract. Small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those capable of supporting educational institutions, will find this tender beneficial due to the direct relationship with a recognised public authority, Jisc, and the unique position of DOAJ Fonden as the supplier. The tender facilitates enhanced collaboration within educational consortia, potentially bringing innovation and development, especially for suppliers focusing on open-access resources and digital infrastructure within the academic community.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) 2027-2029

Notice Description

Jisc Services Limited has entered into a contract with DOAJ Fonden to give Jisc member institutions the opportunity to support the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) at preferential rates. DOAJ is primarily a list of peer-reviewed open access journals covering all disciplines and 80 languages. Members will be able to contribute to the running and sustainability of the DOAJ infrastructure. This contract will be with Jisc Services Limited as a subsidiary of Jisc. This contract is for use by Jisc Members only and not for Jisc's own use.

Procurement Information

The supplier is the rightsholder to the IP of the content and the sole supplier of this unique resource.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ca81
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073861-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

22 - Printed matter and related products

48 - Software package and information systems

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

22212000 - Periodicals

48000000 - Software package and information systems

72320000 - Database services

79980000 - Subscription services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£366,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£366,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Aug 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2027 - 31 Dec 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
JISC
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

DOAJ FONDEN

Further Information

Notice Documents

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