Planning

Global _ Exams _ Distribution Exams Delivery - Globally Jun20 to Jun22

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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Planning

27 Jan 2021 at 10:13

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is initiating a procurement process titled "Global _ Exams _ Distribution Exams Delivery - Globally Jun20 to Jun22". This tender is classified under the education and training services industry category and is based in the United Kingdom. Currently, the procurement is in the planning stage, with key dates including an engagement end date set for 1st March 2021. Potential suppliers are being invited to express their interest and provide background information ahead of the competitive tender process scheduled for March 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in venue capacity provision, facilities management, and exam invigilation services. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they can demonstrate the capability required to fulfil the contract's needs. Businesses that are well-suited to compete will include those experienced in managing high-stakes examination environments, which can enhance their profile and expand their reach within the education sector globally.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Global _ Exams _ Distribution Exams Delivery - Globally Jun20 to Jun22

Notice Description

The British Council is seeking organisations that can provide the required venue capacity, facilities and test day services (to include invigilation services) to deliver both Paper-based and Computer based high-stakes exams on its behalf. The process of selecting suppliers across select countries, globally, will be done through a competitive tender process planned for March 2021. Ahead of the tender we are inviting potential suppliers to submit their interest to the British Council by providing some background information by completing the questions within the Prior Information Notice (PIN). On receipt of the signed Non-disclosure agreement (NDA), agreeing to our confidentiality statement, we will provide you access to the relevant documents (PIN) that will be required for completion. Additional information: Bidders will be required to register on British Council's e-Tendering portal In-Tend hosted at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil in order to take part in the tender process. Once registered, bidders must log-in to the website where they can view the project and access the bidders pack and submit their return. Bidders will also be required to demonstrate their capability and 'means of proof' will be required. These conditions are outlined in the ITT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2729d797-7715-4405-884c-e99d6c822509
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf87209e-c99e-429a-8464-dbd975b6a207
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Mar 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6BB
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Piccadilly
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

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