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Jisc Services Limited · Local or regional public body

In brief

Jisc Services Limited has announced plans to buy IT and software and training work. This is an early notice: there is nothing to bid on yet, but it tells you a tender may follow.

The notice does not state a value.

The contract runs for 2 years, up to 2 years with extensions, starting 1 November 2027.

Built from the notice's own fields. Always check the official notice before you bid.

Can I win this?

Key dates

Express interest by
midday, Monday 30 November 2026

This is the first stage. You register interest now, and shortlisted suppliers are invited to bid later.

How bids are scored

Technical 80% · Price 20%

Quality matters most. You can win without being the cheapest.

Competition

Usually high: a median of 6 bids per contract for IT and software contracts across the UK (from 912 awards in the last 12 months).

Framework

Winning puts you on a list of suppliers the buyer can call on; it does not guarantee work.

What the notice says

*** Update: 11/09/2026 - JSL is currently pausing the progress on this tender pending an internal review of our scope of requirements. A further update will follow in approximately 6-8 weeks. ***Update: 11/06/2026 - JSL reserve the right to run Stage 1 to a reduced timetable of not less than 10 days. Stage 2 is not anticipated to be reduced in duration but may consequently commence earlier than indicated. Indicative timetable will be kept in this notice as is, but altered in a forthcoming Tender (UK4) Notice. *** Update: 09/06/2026 - Please note that since initial publication, a decision has been made to review some of the requirements with a view that changes may occur. This will have a…Read the full description
*** Update: 11/09/2026 - JSL is currently pausing the progress on this tender pending an internal review of our scope of requirements. A further update will follow in approximately 6-8 weeks. ***Update: 11/06/2026 - JSL reserve the right to run Stage 1 to a reduced timetable of not less than 10 days. Stage 2 is not anticipated to be reduced in duration but may consequently commence earlier than indicated. Indicative timetable will be kept in this notice as is, but altered in a forthcoming Tender (UK4) Notice. *** Update: 09/06/2026 - Please note that since initial publication, a decision has been made to review some of the requirements with a view that changes may occur. This will have a delay on the initial anticipated timetable with a tender more likely to be published early autumn. Any further updates will be communicated ahead of tender publication *** This opportunity Jisc seeks to establish a single-supplier framework agreement with a supplier to deliver a future-ready digital content platform for that supports Further Education (FE) institutions. The solution must empower learners and educators with engaging, adaptive, and sustainable content aligned to sector needs. The objectives for Jisc are to: • Provide cost-effective access to high-quality digital learning resources • Support personalised and adaptive learning through AI-driven tools • Enable flexible delivery models (hybrid, modular, micro-learning) • Align content with curriculum, qualifications, and future skills (including employability and digital literacy) • Ensure financial sustainability and ethical AI integration ** Please note that a PME Notice (UK2) was previously issued - see https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071018-2025?origin=Dashboard **

How to bid

  1. Read the full notice on Find a Tender, including any tender documents it links to.
  2. Register your organisation on the Central Digital Platform (through Find a Tender) if you have not already. Suppliers need to be registered to take part in procurements under the Procurement Act 2023.
  3. Follow the submission instructions in the notice; it does not name an e-tendering portal.
  4. Register your interest before midday, Monday 30 November 2026. Shortlisted suppliers are then invited to bid.

Timeline

  1. Planned procurement notice · UK3, notice 042712-2026
  2. Planned procurement notice · UK3, notice 042928-2026
  3. Planned procurement notice · UK3, notice 054273-2026
  4. Planned procurement notice · UK3, notice 055431-2026
  5. Planned procurement notice · UK3, notice 086313-2026

About the buyer

Jisc Services LimitedLast 12 months

Procurements

5

Awards

2

Suppliers it has used most for IT and software

  1. SIEM/SOAR Solution for Jisc Security Operations Centre

    JiscUK-wideIT services and software

    Closing soon11 hours leftExpress interest

    £9.25mestimated
  2. Google Products & Services Reseller Framework Agreement

    Digital Health & Care WalesWalesIT services and software, Telecoms and networks

    Closing soon11 hours leftSuitable for SMEsFramework

    £15mframework ceiling
  3. The Provision of Access to Media Monitoring Services

    Cabinet OfficeUK-wideIT services and software

    Closing soon11 hours leftSuitable for SMEsSmall contract

    £40kestimated
  4. King's Trust DBS and Vetting Services

    The King's TrustUK-wideFinancial services and insurance, IT services and software

    Closing soon11 hours leftSuitable for SMEsSmall contract

    £65kestimated
  5. Furze Down School - Managed IT Services Provision

    Furze Down SchoolUK-wideIT services and software

    Closing soon11 hours leftSuitable for SMEs

    £400kestimated

From notice 042712-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 8 May 2026, last updated 11 September 2026. We last checked for changes on 28 September 2026.