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Oracle Java SE software subscription 2025-2030

University of Strathclyde

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: University of Strathclyde

Buyer Address: Learning & Teaching Building, 49 Richmond Street, Glasgow, UKM82, G1 1XU, United Kingdom

Contact Name: Peter Cameron

Contact Email: peter.cameron@strath.ac.uk

Status
complete
Procedure
limited
Value
145000.0 GBP
Published
05 Feb 2026, 16:50
Deadline
n/a
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
services
CPV
72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support
Region
n/a
Awarded To
Jisc
Official Source
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Description

Oracle Java SE software subscription 2025-2030

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Opportunity Context

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Lot Description: Oracle Java licensing is available exclusively from Oracle. Through Jisc’s sector‑wide agreement, the University has secured a five‑year subscription with fixed annual pricing, subject to adjustment if FTE numbers increase. Continued use of Oracle Java requires payment of the annual charge

Lot 1 Status: cancelled

Lot 1 Has Options: No

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Technical

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