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Request for Information (RFI) relating to Education, Research, Technology, Innovation Open Framework

JISC

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

PlanningUpdate

12 Jun 2026 at 11:18

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

12 Jun 2026 at 09:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

05 May 2026 at 14:59

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

JISC, a public authority classified as a sub-central government entity, is conducting a planning stage for a procurement process aimed at establishing an internal framework under the Education, Research, Technology, and Innovation categories. Located in Bristol, UK, JISC seeks to gather market insights through a Request for Information (RFI) exercise, intended to inform the design and accessibility of a new open framework. The focus areas include diverse consultancy services such as research, innovation, immersive technologies, scholarly communication, and digital transformation of education. The deadline for interested parties to submit clarification questions is 26th June 2026, with submissions due by 14th July 2026. The procurement, valued at £2,000,000, is above threshold and will involve a framework agreement, with the contract period set from November 2027 to October 2031.

This tender process poses significant opportunities for business growth, particularly for multidisciplinary consulting firms, specialist SMEs, and digital transformation consultants. Businesses with expertise in organisational development, commercial advisory, and niche consultancy services are well-suited for participation. JISC is focused on building a diverse and sustainable supplier base to support the evolving needs of the UK's tertiary education and research sector. Companies that understand JISC’s specific project requirements and contribution to the education sector stand to gain from engaging in this framework, which encourages a variety of expertise and organisational structures. The contract also has the potential for renewal, allowing ongoing business relationships and collaborative opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Information (RFI) relating to Education, Research, Technology, Innovation Open Framework

Notice Description

This is an information gathering exercise. The purpose of this Request for Information is to gain market insight into current consultancy market capability and capacity to test the market appetite, shape the new open framework design and ensure that it is accessible and attractive to a diverse and sustainable supplier base. Jisc is interested in engaging with a broad range of suppliers (experts) who can contribute to these areas of delivery. This includes, but is not limited to: Large multidisciplinary consulting firms Specialist SMEs Niche consultancy providers Digital, transformation and strategy consultancies Organisational development and change specialists Commercial, financial and advisory consultancies Jisc welcomes responses from suppliers with varied expertise, delivery models and organisational structures, recognising that diversity of capability and perspective is key to supporting the evolving needs of the UK tertiary education and research sector. However please be aware that Jisc is a complex company therefore our specific call off requirements are often niche. It is paramount that the companies we ultimately accept onto our framework understand Jisc, our projects and our contribution to the education sector. The proposed lots for the open framework are: 1. Research, innovation, technology and management 2. Immersive and simulated technology services 3. Scholarly communications, information and library services 4. Research to support the digital transformation of teaching, learning, assessment and the student experience 5.Market horizon scan, trends, insights and competitor analysis research 6.Specialist Insight and Advisory in Digital Licensing and Emerging Markets

Planning Information

Jisc procurement welcomes interested parties to register on our e-tendering portal here: https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=JISC&target=/insidemain.asp&timeout=1 to express and interest and download our Request for Information (RFI) document at project ID 100111485. regarding the establishment of an internal framework for Education, Research, innovation, Technology (ERTI) associated consultancy provisions.    Clarification questions can be asked via the message centre on the e-tendering portal until 5pm on 26th June 2026. Thank you in advance for taking the time to respond to this information gathering exercise.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0691c4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055648-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,600,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 May 202710 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2027 - 31 Oct 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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