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title: "GB-Leeds: PE2024-25-4936 Open Access Longform Publication - Impact Research Project"
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# GB-Leeds: PE2024-25-4936 Open Access Longform Publication - Impact Research Project

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ccf74afb-8eb5-43a6-8721-b047887a5cfc

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently inviting tenders for a project titled "GB-Leeds: PE2024-25-4936 Open Access Longform Publication - Impact Research Project." This procurement falls under the industry category of research and development services, specifically focusing on Open Access publications. The project is located in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, starting from 1st September 2025 and ending on 28th February 2026. The procurement is at the Tender stage, utilizing an open procedure method. Interested parties should note the tender period ends on 5th August 2025, at 14:00 BST.

Businesses operating within the research and consultancy sectors, particularly small and medium enterprises, stand to gain significantly from this opportunity. The scope of the research, assessing roles, attitudes, and challenges in Open Access, aligns well with those experienced in the domains of academic and publishing consultancy. The minimum contract value is set at £25,000, with a maximum of £50,000, indicating a moderate financial commitment that can facilitate significant business growth for the successful bidder. Companies that provide analytical and strategic insights within the educational sector—either locally or nationally—would be well-suited to compete.

## Notice

We are seeking a supplier to help us to understand, in greater depth, the factors influencing the adoption of Open Access for Longform Publications in regional and national contexts through our project partners. The research will focus on the attitudes, behaviours and challenges around the adoption of Open Access for Longform. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49674dcb-fed7-43f4-9998-217798346c90 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 28 Jun 2025 at 09:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49674dcb-fed7-43f4-9998-217798346c90

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49674dcb-fed7-43f4-9998-217798346c90
  28th June 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leeds:-PE2024-25-4936-Open-Access-Longform-Publication---Impact-Research-Project/4Z5C5EUZ3H
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