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C404770 GMTS VAC Assessors 2026

NHS ENGLAND

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30 Dec 2025 at 16:23

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the "C404770 GMTS VAC Assessors 2026" contract, facilitated by NHS England, has reached the award stage. This contract, classified under "Education and training services" (CPV code: 80000000), involves the provision of candidate assessment services for the GMTS Virtual Assessment Centres (VACs) set to begin with the September 2026 intake. With a total value of £6,538, the contract was awarded on 30th December 2025 to Keane Training Associates Limited. The contract period runs from 11th December 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering diverse locations including the United Kingdom and international regions such as Europe and the British Overseas Territories. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a more targeted and pre-qualified approach.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those that can offer innovative solutions to streamline assessment processes in virtual settings. The procurement process's focus on SMEs emphasizes that small and medium enterprises are especially suited to compete, given their flexibility and adaptability. Engaging in such contracts can open pathways for these businesses to expand their service portfolios and establish themselves as key players in the education sector, not just within the UK but across broader geographical markets. Businesses with expertise in remote assessment technologies or proven track records in educational support services will find this a beneficial avenue for growth.

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Notice Title

C404770 GMTS VAC Assessors 2026

Notice Description

Provision of candidate assessment services for the GMTS Virtual Assessment Centres (VACs) - Sep-26 intake

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-401e12c2-e3a5-4c02-a851-7684d64006a5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21527e81-e952-4bd3-bfec-af82cc05a001
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£6,538 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£6,538 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Dec 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NHS ENGLAND
Contact Name
NHSE address
Contact Email
england.commercialqueries@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE1 8UG
Post Town
South East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI45 Lambeth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lambeth
Electoral Ward
Waterloo & South Bank
Westminster Constituency
Vauxhall and Camberwell Green

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KEANE TRAINING ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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