Planning

SIC/SOC coding of the Graduate Outcomes survey

JISC

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Planning

30 Oct 2025 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Jisc, a sub-central government public authority in Bristol, UK, seeking a supplier for the SIC/SOC coding of the Graduate Outcomes survey. The industry category focuses on services related to content or data standardisation and classification. This process is currently in the planning stage, with key dates including the preliminary market engagement notice published on 30th October 2025 and an engagement milestone due by 27th November 2025. The contract is anticipated to start on 1st May 2026 and could extend until 1st May 2032, highlighting an extensive opportunity for prospective suppliers.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specializing in data classification and standardisation services. Specifically, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate due to their suitability for the requirements. Engaging with this contract can enable suppliers to contribute significantly to the higher education sector, supporting Jisc in maintaining high standards of employer data classification. The framework is set for renewal, offering sustained business growth potential for successful suppliers.

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Notice Title

SIC/SOC coding of the Graduate Outcomes survey

Notice Description

HESA (part of Jisc) are seeking a supplier to support the annual coding of occupational information. This will include Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) and Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), along with some additional information to supplement this. The supply of this data will support our role as the designated data body for the HE sector, ensuring high quality, consistent classification of employer data.

Planning Information

https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=99526&B=

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d6d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069618-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support


CPV Codes

72330000 - Content or data standardization and classification services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2026 - 2 May 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
JISC
Contact Name
Sarah Rowlands
Contact Email
sarah.rowlands@jisc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 01174500469

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6NB
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

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