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title: "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-2217 ACS Jisc Read and Publish Open Access Deal"
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# GB-Cambridge: UKRI-2217 ACS Jisc Read and Publish Open Access Deal

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d8cfd56a-82a8-4848-9020-7c9512d579ad

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "UKRI-2217 ACS Jisc Read and Publish Open Access Deal" is managed by UK Research & Innovation, located in Swindon, UK. This contract falls under the journals industry category and has reached the Award stage, with the contract awarded on 25th May 2022. The contract value is £86,874 and is set to commence on 26th May 2022, continuing until 31st December 2024. The procurement method details have not been specified, and the contract pertains to services related to electronic publishing and publishing services.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in publishing, particularly those specialising in electronic publishing software and journal services. Companies that can provide innovative open-access solutions or collaborate on initiatives to enhance access to subscription content in academia would be well-positioned to compete. Given the contract's scope and duration, it allows potential suppliers to establish long-term relationships with the UK Research & Innovation organisation, thereby fostering business growth in the academic publishing sector.

## Notice

ACS Read and publish open access policy to accelerate the transition to open access in the UK and broaden access to ACS' subscription content. Additional information: Awarded under PCR reg. 32 (2), (b, (ii)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c15468ba-6cf1-4fb3-8d87-7d1da4305c51 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 24 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 25 May 2022 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £86,874 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £86,874 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JISC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 48 - Software package and information systems
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22211000 - Journals
- 48312000 - Electronic publishing software package
- 79970000 - Publishing services

## Release History

- 30 May 2022 at 07:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c15468ba-6cf1-4fb3-8d87-7d1da4305c51

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c15468ba-6cf1-4fb3-8d87-7d1da4305c51
  30th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=694223938
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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