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Jisc FE Subscription

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

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14 Apr 2026 at 12:31

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the provision of a Jisc Further Education (FE) Subscription was conducted by Nottingham College, a public authority situated in Nottingham, United Kingdom. This contract, classified under IT services including consulting, software development, internet, and support, encompasses sector-wide digital, data, and network services crucial for the Further Education sector. The procurement stage reached completion with an award made on 14th April 2026, marking the start of the contract period from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2027. The direct procurement method was used, below the threshold, allowing JISC SERVICES LIMITED to supply services that cover regions throughout the United Kingdom.

This tender opens up avenues for businesses in the IT services industry, particularly those specialised in digital infrastructure and cyber security solutions, to gain insights into sector-wide digital service requirements. While the contract was awarded directly without competition, similar businesses with services aligned to educational needs can explore future opportunities by understanding the landscape of digital transformation within the Further Education sector. Companies focusing on digital learning, analytics, cybersecurity, and network services would be well-positioned to engage with such contracts, presenting opportunities for growth and collaboration in education sectors across the UK.

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Notice Title

Jisc FE Subscription

Notice Description

The contract is for the provision of a Jisc Further Education (FE) subscription, delivering sector-wide digital, data and network services that support teaching, learning, research, and operational activity within the Further Education sector. The subscription provides access to Jisc's national digital infrastructure and shared services, including but not limited to: JANET Network services, providing secure, resilient high-speed connectivity to national and international education and research networks. Cyber security and resilience services, including threat intelligence, protective DNS, DDoS mitigation, security monitoring, and incident response support. Digital learning, data and analytics services, supporting the effective use of learning technologies, learner data, and digital insight tools. Trust and identity services, including authentication, authorisation, and access management to enable secure access to digital resources. Licensing, content and access services, supporting access to digital resources, negotiated content agreements, and related advisory support. Advisory, innovation and community services, providing guidance on digital transformation, emerging technologies, accessibility, and best practice across the FE sector. These services are provided as part of Jisc's sector-wide, membership-based operating model and are not available from alternative suppliers on the same basis. The subscription enables economies of scale, shared infrastructure, and consistent standards across the UK Further Education sector.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0681fc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033763-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£51,552 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 1NG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

JISC SERVICES

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