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title: "Open Access Management"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5b719e9e-28d8-49d4-b6e5-8b49713aa18c"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "LANCASTER UNIVERSITY"
published: "2023-03-13"
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# Open Access Management

Buyer: LANCASTER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5b719e9e-28d8-49d4-b6e5-8b49713aa18c

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## Summary

The Lancaster University is seeking tenders for an Open Access Management system. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software package and information systems and is located in Lancaster, North West, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 19th April 2023 and a contract period starting on 1st June 2023 until 31st May 2026.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses providing software and information systems to bid for the Open Access Management project. Companies specializing in managing Article Processing Charges (APCs) and coordinating OA workflows are well-suited to compete. The procurement method for this opportunity is an open procedure below threshold, offering businesses a chance to engage with Lancaster University in delivering tailored solutions in the goods category.

## Notice

The University is inviting tenders on the terms set out in this ITT for an Open Access (OA) Management system to coordinate all aspects of OA workflows, including sourcing appropriate publishing outlets, managing Article Processing Charges (APCs) and effective reporting. Additional information: This tender is being conducted electronically using the Lancaster University e-tendering system which can be found at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/ To receive documents new users must first register and obtain log in details. Existing users should log in to the web site and express interest. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05c90751-db13-436b-9c92-9afeae804e87 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Mar 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Apr 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Jun 2023 - 31 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LANCASTER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 4YH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | University |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2023 at 15:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05c90751-db13-436b-9c92-9afeae804e87
- 13 Mar 2023 at 15:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05c90751-db13-436b-9c92-9afeae804e87

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/05c90751-db13-436b-9c92-9afeae804e87
  13th March 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/lancaster/

## Provenance

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