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Award

05 Jun 2026 at 14:28

Award

30 Apr 2026 at 14:44

Award

30 Apr 2026 at 08:43

Summary of the contracting process

JISC, a public authority within the sub-central government sector based in Bristol, has entered into a contract with ALLIUM UK HOLDING LIMITED for the 'Info4education 2026-2029' programme. This initiative provides JISC member institutions with access to an educational platform that includes The Construction Information Service, The Occupational Health and Safety Information Service, and Specify-It. The procurement process was a direct award due to ALLIUM being the sole supplier and rights holder of the intellectual property. The award contract, valued at £2,134,610 and categorised under education and training services, became active on 1st June 2026 and extends through to 31st May 2029. The awarded contract is part of a framework agreement, making it accessible to higher and further education institutions across the UK.

This contract provides significant opportunities for businesses within the education and training services industry. By offering specialised content for diverse educational and research institutions, the contract facilitates further engagement and collaboration with JISC member institutions. Educational technology and information service providers will find this contract particularly relevant, as it underscores the importance of specialised knowledge and exclusive content, given the direct award nature of the contract. Businesses with expertise in providing comprehensive platforms or information services for educational purposes would be well-positioned to compete in or engage with similar future procurement opportunities. The contract framework highlights the outreach potential across England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Scotland, fostering expansive connections within the academic and research sectors.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Info4education 2026-2029

Notice Description

Jisc Services Limited has entered into a contract with Allium UK Holding Ltd to give Jisc member institutions the opportunity to subscribe to Info4education at preferential rates. Info4education is an education platform providing access to standards, regulatory, product and supplier information on construction, health and safety and engineering from organisations across the world. Info4education includes The Construction Information Service (CIS), The Occupational Health and Safety Information Service (OHSIS) and Specify-It. This contract is for use by Jisc Members only and not for Jisc's own use.

Procurement Information

The supplier is the rightsholder to the IP of the content and the sole supplier of this unique resource.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068ed3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053448-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,134,610 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£2,134,610 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
JISC
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ALLIUM UK HOLDING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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