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

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Award

12 Jun 2026 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde has completed the procurement process for the "Oxford University Press (OUP) Read and Publish 2026-2028" contract under the Jisc framework. This service-oriented contract was methodically awarded through a limited procedure, avoiding the prior publication of a competitive call. The award was made to Jisc, marking the culmination of the tender process effective from 1st January 2026. The procurement falls within the education category and covers the UKM82 region, including Glasgow. The contract's value is £193,362.52, reflecting its significance in the educational services sector.

This contract presents a strategic business opportunity, particularly for companies capable of delivering educational publishing services similar to those provided by Oxford University Press. Large-scale service providers with experience in call-off agreements, especially within higher education, would find themselves well-suited for such opportunities. The contract underscores the growing need for institutions to partner with capable suppliers who can support academic publishing needs, offering scope for expansion within the academic publishing industry and associated digital platforms.

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-r6ebe6-0000833542
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN557939
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract 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
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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