Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bdd-322d-72f2-9e7b-a7d2a3fc493a/request-for-information-rfi-relating-to-education-research-technology-innov pending GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Request for Information (RFI) relating to Education, Research, Technology, Innovation Open Framework [JISC](https://tendernation.io/buyers/jisc) Estimated value £1,600,000 Published 12 Jun 2026 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Buyer says suitable for VCSEs The buyer ticked “suitable for voluntary, community and social enterprises” on the notice. - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender 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: - Research, innovation, technology and management - Immersive and simulated technology services - Scholarly communications, information and library services - 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 Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development services and related consultancy services Education and training services Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-0691c4-2026-06-12T12:18:28+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-0691c4-2026-06-12T12:18:28+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. 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