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SELT 2019 - UK (PIL) - Contract Extension 2026

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18 Mar 2026 at 14:47

Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has awarded an extension for the "SELT 2019 - UK (PIL) - Contract Extension 2026," focusing on the provision of Secure English Language Testing (SELT) across various regions in the United Kingdom. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically classified under "Test and evaluation" with a CPV code 73430000. The contract, initially commenced on 6th November 2019, will extend through until 5th November 2027. This contract was awarded under an open procedure, and it represents a concession valued at £2,257,188 GBP. The award date is noted as 20th February 2026, with the procurement having reached the award stage as of 18th March 2026.

The extension of this contract provides continued opportunities for organisations capable of delivering secure language testing services to engage with a significant public sector entity such as the Home Office. Although it is not specifically tailored to SMEs or VCSEs, larger enterprises like PeopleCert International Ltd, the current supplier, are positioned favourably to meet its requirements. The broad delivery regions throughout the United Kingdom—spanning from Scotland and Northern Ireland to various parts of England and Wales—suggest ample opportunities for businesses with expansive operational footprints. This contract fosters growth possibilities for companies looking to consolidate their presence in the language testing sector, particularly those proficient in managing large-scale operations across diverse locations.

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Notice Title

SELT 2019 - UK (PIL) - Contract Extension 2026

Notice Description

Concession for the provision of Secure English Language Testing (SELT) in the UK. This is a notification of an extension under the current terms of the concession.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-39bbb99b-d280-4d74-9efd-a7c3c736cc40
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a91a82d3-5a11-4373-83db-07f005e69451
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73430000 - Test and evaluation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,257,188 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,257,188 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
6 Nov 2019 - 5 Nov 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M5 3EZ
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England), TLL Wales, TLM Scotland, TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEOPLECERT INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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