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title: "Request for Information (RFI) relating to Education, Research, Technology, Innovation Open Framework"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0691c4"
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current_stage: "Planning"
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# Request for Information (RFI) relating to Education, Research, Technology, Innovation Open Framework

Buyer: JISC  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0691c4

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055648-2026 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 May 2027 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2027 - 31 Oct 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 11:18 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055648-2026
- 12 Jun 2026 at 09:56 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055572-2026
- 5 May 2026 at 14:59 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041180-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055648-2026
  12th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055572-2026
  12th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041180-2026
  5th May 2026 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.jisc.ac.uk/
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=JISC&target=/insidemain.asp&timeout=1
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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