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title: "UKRI-1874 License for Access to Springer Nature Journals"
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# UKRI-1874 License for Access to Springer Nature Journals

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ff27a69c-89c7-4e56-807f-e670f9471079

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the award of a contract by UK Research & Innovation for a "License for Access to Springer Nature Journals". This project, classified under the goods category, involves a total value of £46,712 and is relevant to the academic publishing industry. The award was officially made on 15 December 2021, and the contract period spans from 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022, with the end date of the previous tender period being 15 December 2021. The delivery addresses include regions such as the UK, Europe, and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in academic resources, particularly those involved in journal licensing or digital content provision. Potential competitors could include organisations that offer accessible research materials and scholarly articles. Given the large scale of the awarded supplier, Springer Nature Gmbh, smaller firms should consider how they can differentiate their offerings to compete effectively in this niche market.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice for UKRI-1874 License for Access to Springer Nature Journals. Awarded in alignment with Regulation 32(2)(b)(iii).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34092b4e-d6d4-421a-8501-de97fa5a14aa |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| 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 | 31 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £46,712 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £46,712 |
| 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 | SPRINGER NATURE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22211000 - Journals

## Release History

- 31 Dec 2021 at 15:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34092b4e-d6d4-421a-8501-de97fa5a14aa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/34092b4e-d6d4-421a-8501-de97fa5a14aa
  31st December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=653829914
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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