** please note that the esitmated date of publication for this tender has been amended to 26/10/2026, though this remains subject to change ** Further to our earlier UK2 notice, Jisc Services Limited (JSL) is nearing finalisation of tender documentation for the creation of a framework providing high-quality assessment and feedback solutions that support effective, secure, and learner-centred assessment practices. This UK3 notice is designed to better prepare interested vendors ahead of the live tender, providing details on tender process, anticipated timetables, and award criteria. Further, we are also encouraging vendors to provide feedback on some of the intended tender pack, namely drafts of; - the scope of requirements schedule - the functional requirements - the pricing schedule - the Jisc SaaS agreement (from which the framework agreement will be based upon) Versions of these documents are available for download via the JSL eProcurement system, and where the vendor chooses to respond, should be returned with annotation via the same system. All comments provided will be reviewed and JSL will use these to refine the tender pack as deemed appropriate. A response is not mandated and will not affect vendors from tendering a bid in due course. Please note that *all* information provided at this stage is given in good faith, based upon best estimates but is subject to change.

End-to-end digital assessment solutions that support assessment creation, delivery, marking, moderation, feedback and analytics across digital and hybrid assessment environments, including paper-to-digital workflows where supported. Renewal: This will be run as an Open framework. JSL shall reopen the Framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 and intends at a minimum of once within the first three (3) years, and at least once more in the successive five (5) year period. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, elect to reopen the Framework no more than once in any rolling twelve-month period from the Commencement Date.

Tools that support plagiarism detection, text similarity checking, and broader academic integrity workflows. Renewal: This will be run as an Open framework. JSL shall reopen the Framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 and intends at a minimum of once within the first three (3) years, and at least once more in the successive five (5) year period. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, elect to reopen the Framework no more than once in any rolling twelve-month period from the Commencement Date.

Solutions providing live, recorded or AI-assisted remote invigilation and candidate monitoring for online assessments. Renewal: This will be run as an Open framework. JSL shall reopen the Framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 and intends at a minimum of once within the first three (3) years, and at least once more in the successive five (5) year period. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, elect to reopen the Framework no more than once in any rolling twelve-month period from the Commencement Date.

Solutions that restrict access to applications, websites and system functions during digital assessments to provide a secure testing environment. Renewal: This will be run as an Open framework. JSL shall reopen the Framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 and intends at a minimum of once within the first three (3) years, and at least once more in the successive five (5) year period. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, elect to reopen the Framework no more than once in any rolling twelve-month period from the Commencement Date.

Directly purchasable ePortfolio systems that enable learners to collect, reflect on, and present evidence of learning, with integrated assessment and feedback functionality. Renewal: This will be run as an Open framework. JSL shall reopen the Framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 and intends at a minimum of once within the first three (3) years, and at least once more in the successive five (5) year period. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, elect to reopen the Framework no more than once in any rolling twelve-month period from the Commencement Date.

Solutions that automate or enhance assessment marking and feedback through rule-based, AI-assisted or machine-assisted technologies. These solutions may support formative or summative assessment by providing automated feedback, grading assistance, rubric-based marking or subject-specific assessment. Renewal: This will be run as an Open framework. JSL shall reopen the Framework in accordance with Section 49 of the Procurement Act 2023 and intends at a minimum of once within the first three (3) years, and at least once more in the successive five (5) year period. The Authority may, at its sole discretion, elect to reopen the Framework no more than once in any rolling twelve-month period from the Commencement Date.

Procurement Act 2023

Open procedure

Call-off options are anticipated to be; Direct Award via ranking Desktop calculator (including additional/optional Functional requirements calculator) Further competition

Please note that the timetable for the tender is given in good faith, but is provisional and subject to change.

** please note that the estimated date of publication for this tender has been amended to 26/10/2026, though this remains subject to change **

A request for information (RFI) project supporting this notice will be listed in the 'current tender opportunities' page on the portal listed above. Please note that you may need to register your company, but this is free of charge and easy to complete. Draft documents are made available within the project on the portal and in due course any responses that you provide should be be submitted via the portal too. We ask that where possible, comments are made within the draft documents, but can be provided separately if preferable. Responding is not mandatory and will not affect your right to bid when the tender is published. Any response provided will gratefully received, and can be sent at any time up until the deadline as stated on the portal.: https://uk.eu-supply.com