Tender

Secure English Language Test venue provision in the UK

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

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15 Sep 2020 at 11:39

Tender Notice
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18 Aug 2020 at 16:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking suppliers for the provision of Secure English Language Test venues across 13 locations in the UK, including two new cities, under the title "Secure English Language Test venue provision in the UK." The procurement falls under the education and training services category, with an open procurement method aimed at ensuring inclusivity for all interested suppliers. The tender period will close on 21st September 2020, and the successful contract, which has a total value of £1.7 million, is set to commence on 19th October 2020 and last for one year, with a potential one-year extension under the same budget.

This opportunity is particularly attractive for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and those involved in service provision related to education and training. Companies well-suited to compete will include those capable of supporting the logistical and operational needs required for running IELTS venues, particularly those with experience in education-focused services. Bidders need to demonstrate their capability as part of the registration process on the British Council's e-tendering portal, creating a pathway for SMEs to engage in significant public contracts and potentially expand their business operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Secure English Language Test venue provision in the UK

Notice Description

This procurement is for UKVI Computer delivered IELTS venues for 13 locations (to include two new cities) in line with the new home office concession. The tender will be open to all. We are looking for several suppliers to ensure we meet all our location requirements. Contract is for one year with a total budget of PS1.7M across all suppliers with a possible extension of 1 year at the same budget. 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/0fc7b5f7-a641-4767-a9f7-82e2c0d8e598
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
£3,400,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
18 Oct 2020 - 19 Oct 2022 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
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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