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title: "RHUL-26058 2026-2028 JISC Collections Wiley Read and Publish Open Access Agreement"
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# RHUL-26058 2026-2028 JISC Collections Wiley Read and Publish Open Access Agreement

Buyer: ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9a9acd8f-81e0-4af5-be44-b942e1b2c40e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, located at Egham Hill, aims to secure an Annual e-License Subscription for Journal Publications through the JISC Collections Journals Framework Agreement. This tender falls under the 'Journals' industry category (CPV Code: 22211000) and concerns goods procurement within the South East region of the United Kingdom. The process reached the award stage, having been completed on 24th February 2026. The procurement method was classified as 'Other'. Key parties involved include the buying organisation, Royal Holloway and Bedford New College, and the supplier, John Wiley & Sons Limited. The contract has a three-year duration starting from 21st January 2026 to 31st December 2028, with the award amounting to £486,937.

This tender presents opportunities primarily for large-scale publishing companies specialising in journal availability and e-license provisioning. Smaller enterprises and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSE) may find participation challenging due to the scale and specifics of this procurement. Businesses with expertise in managing digital publications and frameworks for research and academic use are particularly suited to compete in similar tenders, facilitating potential growth by aligning with institutions focused on scholarly and research activities. Expanding into these sectors could significantly enhance visibility and engagement with academic entities.

## Notice

Awarded to John Wiley & Sons Limited for and Annual e-License Subscription for Journal Publications for 3 years, via the JISC Collections Journals Framework Agreement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/079e0ed3-25b4-4b12-aa2d-b49dd08e3007 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £486,937 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £486,937 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE |
| Locality | EGHAM |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW20 0EX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ25 West Surrey |
| Local authority | Runnymede |
| Electoral ward | Englefield Green East |
| Westminster constituency | Windsor |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JOHN WILEY & SONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22211000 - Journals

## Release History

- 24 Feb 2026 at 15:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/079e0ed3-25b4-4b12-aa2d-b49dd08e3007

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/079e0ed3-25b4-4b12-aa2d-b49dd08e3007
  24th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=103147&B=RHUL
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/154962
  User / Company

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