Scope
Reference
Proc2818
Description
We are responding to a sector-wide demand for high-quality assessment and feedback solutions that support effective, secure, and learner-centred assessment practices. We are considering the creation of a compliant procurement framework and are seeking to engage with suppliers in the proposed solution areas ("lots"), which are intended to cover the full digital assessment lifecycle.
Lot 1: Digital Assessment Platforms
End-to-end digital assessment solutions that support assessment design, delivery, marking, moderation, analytics, and feedback.
Lot 2: Originality and Academic Integrity Tools
Tools that support plagiarism detection, text similarity checking, and broader academic integrity workflows.
Lot 3: Secure Assessment Delivery
Lockdown browsers and secure testing environments that restrict device and system access during assessments.
Lot 4: Online Proctoring Solutions
Live, recorded, or AI-enabled proctoring services that support secure remote and hybrid assessment delivery.
Lot 5: Learner-Centred ePortfolio Solutions
Directly purchasable ePortfolio systems that enable learners to collect, reflect on, and present evidence of learning, with integrated assessment and feedback functionality.
Lot 6: Assessment Integrations and Add-On Tools
Specialist tools that integrate with digital assessment or examination platforms included on the framework. These may be supplied by third-party providers rather than the core platform vendor, allowing members to procure complementary solutions alongside a larger system.
Please request a copy of the Request for Information (RFI) from procurement@jisc.ac.uk for full details,
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72212190 - Educational software development services
Contract locations
- UK - United Kingdom
Engagement
Engagement deadline
13 March 2026
Engagement process description
A written response to several broad questions is requested, as detailed within the RFI.
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
1 September 2026
Contracting authority
JISC SERVICES LIMITED
- Companies House: 02881024
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PZZC-9926-PRNM
4 Portwall Lane
Bristol
BS1 6NB
United Kingdom
Email: procurement@jisc.ac.uk
Website: http://www.jisc.ac.uk
Region: UKK11 - Bristol, City of
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government