---
title: "UKRI-5646 Wiley Read and Publish 2026-28"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060655"
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buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-01-15"
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# UKRI-5646 Wiley Read and Publish 2026-28

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060655

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## Summary

The public procurement process conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) focused on securing a supplier to provide read and publish open access services for the Wiley Database Journal Collection. This contract spans from 15th January 2026 to 31st December 2028, signifying a substantial commitment to enhancing open access resources. Located in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI executed a direct procurement method, which was below the threshold and initiated without competition, in line with the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54. The tender was completed, and a contract was awarded to Jisc Services Ltd, a large supplier based in Bristol, underscoring the role of central government public authorities in advancing scientific and research capabilities.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for suppliers engaged in subscription services within the academic and research publication industry. Specifically suited for large entities capable of providing comprehensive open access solutions, such engagements can catalyse business growth by establishing long-term service agreements with central governmental entities like UKRI. Companies possessing robust capabilities in digital subscription management and journal access services would find competitive advantages in engaging with similar procurement opportunities, thereby fostering deeper collaboration with public research organisations.

## Notice

The Medical Research Council (MRC) have appointed a supplier to provide read and publish open access to the Wiley Database Journal Collection for a period of 3 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003357-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £107,261 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Locality | SWINDON, WILTSHIRE |
| 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

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79980000 - Subscription services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2026 at 10:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003357-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003357-2026
  15th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

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