--- title: "Manchester Open Research Environment, advancing the University's green open access (OA) strategy - Request for Information" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2025-02-12" --- # Manchester Open Research Environment, advancing the University's green open access (OA) strategy - Request for Information Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6d09be01-c73c-4ad7-9bd4-3f92966ac241.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is initiating a procurement process titled "Manchester Open Research Environment, advancing the University's green open access (OA) strategy - Request for Information" in the software package and information systems industry category. This project aims to modernise the University's green OA environment for self-archiving research outputs. Located in Manchester, North West United Kingdom, the end date for the tender period is 3rd March 2025, and the contract period is set to start on 26th May 2025 and end on 25th February 2029. This procurement is at the Tender stage, employing an open procurement method below the threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in library software and educational software packages. It is particularly well-suited for companies that have experience in creating comprehensive research dissemination platforms compliant with funder OA policies. Businesses interested in contributing to the advancement of university-based research outputs would find this opportunity beneficial for growth. However, the procurement does not specifically target SMEs or VCSEs, and suppliers can access the necessary procurement documents via the University's procurement portal, In-Tend. ## Notice The University is undertaking a project to advance our green open access (OA) strategy. Green OA allows for self-archiving of research outputs whilst remaining fully compliant with funder OA policies. We are examining options to enable us to disseminate research and maximise impact most effectively by virtue of a modernised green OA environment. This request for information will be used to shortlist suppliers for a subsequent closed procurement exercise. The University of Manchester no longer meets the criteria of a 'body governed by public law' and is therefore not considered a contracting authority for the purposes of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation. As a result, the University of Manchester will no longer be subject to the regime contained in The Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and/or any replacement legislation with effect from 1 August 2023. However, as an institution founded for the public good, an exempt charity and an organisation in receipt of public funds, the University has a duty to manage expenditure in an appropriate manner and aims to deliver value for money across its non-pay spend by adhering to good procurement practice. Additional information: Information, formalities and necessary requirements to be met will be set out in the procurement documents, all of which are freely available via the University's procurement portal In-Tend - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec2abddb-a91a-44a8-bdc0-2ce68f787d1c | | 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 | 12 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 3 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 May 2025 - 25 Feb 2029 | | 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M13 9PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48160000 - Library software package - 48190000 - Educational software package ## Release History - 12 Feb 2025 at 14:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec2abddb-a91a-44a8-bdc0-2ce68f787d1c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ec2abddb-a91a-44a8-bdc0-2ce68f787d1c 12th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/manchesteruniversity ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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