Tender

IELTS Official Partner Testing Points - multiple locations in EU

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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Tender

15 Jun 2021 at 15:06

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is currently seeking service providers to deliver an end-to-end Test Day service for IELTS on Computer test-takers across multiple locations in the EU. The procurement process, titled "IELTS Official Partner Testing Points," is categorised under education and training services and has a total budget of £463,000. The open procurement method commenced on 15th June 2021, with a tender period ending on 30th July 2021. The contract is scheduled to begin on 14th September 2021 and will last until 14th September 2023. Interested bidders are required to register on the British Council's e-Tendering portal to access tender documents and submit their proposals.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the education and training sector, particularly those capable of providing venue facilities and staff for testing services. Companies that specialise in facilitating examination logistics and those with experience in handling large-scale testing environments would be especially well-suited to participate. By winning this contract, eligible businesses can expand their footprint in the education sector and enhance their offerings across various European locations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

IELTS Official Partner Testing Points - multiple locations in EU

Notice Description

The British Council is looking for service providers in a range of cities and countries in the EU who will provide an end-to-end Test Day service to IELTS on Computer test-takers, including the provision of the Test Day venue, venue staff (Invigilators and IT Technician) and Test Day equipment. The British Council will facilitate pre-test and post-test activities, such as registration, apportionment, test marking and results. Tests will be marked by the British Council. The British Council will also provide and cover the cost of Speaking Test Examiners who will deliver Speaking tests remotely to the Test Takers taking the test at supplier's premises. 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
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fd60edd-2ba9-4ac3-9083-90b4dc4bb321
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
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
£463,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Sep 2021 - 14 Sep 2023 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
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
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2BN
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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