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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Award of British Standards Institution (BSOL/BSI Knowledge) (Jisc)", falling within the education services sector. The procurement method was limited, involving an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, specifically as a call-off from Jisc's British Standards Institution agreement. The contractual agreement was signed on 1st June 2026 and is valued at £88,201. The contract was conducted at the University of Strathclyde located in Glasgow, UKM82. The process has progressed through the stages of planning, tender, and has reached the award stage as of 28th July 2026.

This procurement opportunity provides substantial growth prospects for large-scale businesses capable of delivering educational services, especially those specialising in British Standards Institution resources. Companies like Jisc, which successfully secured the contract, demonstrate the potential for robust partnerships with academic institutions. The process, having limited competition through its direct call-off method, favours suppliers with existing frameworks and expertise in the specified field. This strategy highlights the importance of integrating within established agreements and enhancing service provisions within the educational sector. Businesses aiming to capitalise on such opportunities should focus on expanding their capabilities in niche educational services and frameworks.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Award of British Standards Institution (BSOL/BSI Knowledge) (Jisc)

Notice Description

The University has awarded a contract for the Provision of British Standards Institution (BSOL/BSI Knowledge) (Jisc) (UOS-44087-2026).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University has awarded a contract for the Provision of British Standards Institution (BSOL/BSI Knowledge) (Jisc) (UOS-44087-2026) via a call-off from Jisc's British Standards Institution (BSOL/BSI Knowledge) agreement.

Procurement Information

This award was conducted as a call-off from Jisc's British Standards Institution (BSOL/BSI Knowledge) agreement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000836568
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL561007
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website 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
£88,201 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20262 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
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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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