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title: "IDSX Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-03eca0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "JISC"
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# IDSX Project

Buyer: JISC  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-03eca0

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## Summary

In the most recent procurement process completed in February 2026, Jisc, a buyer operating under public law in the field of Education, has appointed Timmus Limited to undertake phase four of the IDSX Project. This initiative falls under the category of Education and training services and covers the UK region. Initially triggered by a selective procurement approach using a restricted procedure, the process has reached the award and contract stage, with the contract valued at £45,000 signed in early February. While the primary objective is to assess the impact of Jisc's research on Global education and technology, this specific phase aims to establish strategic action plans based on prior findings.

This opportunity is particularly favourable for businesses specialising in consultancy within the education sector, especially those focusing on digital transformations and internationalisation strategies. The tender offers significant potential for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) such as Timmus Limited, highlighting their ability to secure contracts within selectively competitive processes. Moreover, entities possessing expertise in strategic consultancy and familiarity with the UK's higher education landscape stand a good chance of being well-suited for similar opportunities in the future, facilitating the enhancement of institutional and sector-wide initiatives.

## Notice

Jisc has appointed a consultancy to assess the impact of our research on the participating HEPs in phase three, thus further promoting our findings and recommendations to the wider sector, Jisc is commissioning a fourth phase. In this TNE research pilot programme, we plan to continue our collaboration with 12 of our participating HE providers, to: Support the pilots in turning their institutional findings - together with engagement with our sector recommendations - into strategic action/improvement plans Report to the sector on the impact of our Global education and technology research on our pilots' TNE delivery. This report will include an agreed number vignettes of practice. This phase four of work will also give Jisc insights into what a future TNE consultancy offer for the sector might include.

### Lot Information

Lot 1: Research, innovation, technology and management

Jisc has appointed a consultancy to assess the impact of our research on the participating HEPs in phase three, thus further promoting our findings and recommendations to the wider sector, Jisc is commissioning a fourth phase. In this TNE research pilot programme, we plan to continue our collaboration with 12 of our participating HE providers, to: Support the pilots in turning their institutional findings - together with engagement with our sector recommendations - into strategic action/improvement plans Report to the sector on the impact of our Global education and technology research on our pilots' TNE delivery. This report will include an agreed number vignettes of practice. This phase four of work will also give Jisc insights into what a future TNE consultancy offer for the sector might include.

Renewal: The dynamic purchasing system will run for a possible 5 year term from 1st November 2023. The initial one year term will end 31st October 2024 with the possibility of annual extensions for a further four years ending 31st October 2028.

Lot 2. Immersive and simulated technology services

Jisc is looking for suppliers who can deliver services and support in relation to immersive technologies such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), extended reality (XR), and immersive and simulated technologies supporting the emerging concept of the metaverse. We envisage that simulated and immersive content will be viewed on a wide range of devices and suppliers would demonstrate an awareness of accessibility standards. Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: The DPS will run for a possible 5 year term from 1st November 2023. The initial one year term will end 31st October 2024 with the possibility of annual extensions for a further four years ending 31st October 2028.

Lot 3. Scholarly communications, information and library services

Jisc is looking for suppliers who can offer consultancy services support in the development and review of new forms of scholarly communication (including teaching and learning), information management, and related library technical solutions. Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: The DPS will run for a possible 5 year term from 1st November 2023. The initial one year term will end 31st October 2024 with the possibility of annual extensions for a further four years ending 31st October 2028.

Lot 4. Research for digital transformation of teaching, learning, assessment and student experience

Jisc is looking for suppliers who can provide expert support for research and development activities in the digital transformation of learning, teaching, assessment and the student experience. Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: The DPS will run for a possible 5 year term from 1st November 2023. The initial one year term will end 31st October 2024 with the possibility of annual extensions for a further four years ending 31st October 2028.

Lot 5. Market horizon scan, trends, insights and competitor analysis research

Jisc is looking for market research to understand the market trends, attitudes, behaviours and insights of specific market segments in the UK and internationally. Market segments may include end users such as students and researchers as well as staff. This research may include competitor analysis and an assessment of whether the market would support development of existing and/ or new technology-based products and services. Additional information: Attached as document

Renewal: The DPS will run for a possible 5 year term from 1st November 2023. The initial one year term will end 31st October 2024 with the possibility of annual extensions for a further four years ending 31st October 2028.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011281-2026 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2023 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £275,340 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Active, Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | JISC |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 6NB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 5 |
| Supplier names | HADFIELD CONSULTANTS; HAPSIS INNOVATION; LOU MCGILL CONSULTANCY; RESEARCH CONSULTING; TIMMUS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 9 Feb 2026 at 10:47 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011281-2026
- 6 Jan 2026 at 16:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000816-2026
- 9 Oct 2025 at 10:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063644-2025
- 2 Oct 2024 at 08:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031473-2024
- 2 Oct 2024 at 08:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031472-2024
- 17 Jul 2024 at 14:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022076-2024
- 17 Jul 2024 at 10:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022006-2024
- 3 Aug 2023 at 08:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022543-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=70997&B=JISC
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/87175
- https://www.jisc.ac.uk

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