Tender

701594450 Improved Leadership Talent Assessment

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Tender

27 Sep 2021 at 13:51

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently seeking suppliers for the tender titled "701594450 Improved Leadership Talent Assessment." This opportunity falls within the industry category of psychology testing devices and is located in Portsmouth, South East England. The procurement stage is open, and the tender period will close on 27th October 2021. The total estimated value of this contract is £270,000, and the contract is expected to commence on 1st November 2021, lasting until 31st October 2024. Interested parties should note that the procurement method is an open procedure, indicating wide accessibility for bidders.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in psychometric testing and related services. Companies that provide psychological assessment tools or human resources software development services would be particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, organisations with certifications in ISO 20000, ISO 27001, ISO 22301, and ISO 9001 will find this tender aligns with their qualifications, as the Ministry of Defence requires high levels of cyber and data protection. Engaging in this contract not only enhances business visibility but can also lead to long-term partnerships within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

701594450 Improved Leadership Talent Assessment

Notice Description

1. The Supplier will be required to provide online administration of a battery of psychometric tests to up to 200 individuals/year, as well as associated scoring, production and online delivery of Candidate reports, delivery of the resulting raw data files, analytic support and training. To meet this requirement: a. The test battery must include: (1). OPQ32r Personality Test (2). Motivation Questionnaire (3). Ability Test b. The associated results data files must be coded in a simple manner and provided to the Key Customer ready for analysis in SPSS (Excel data file) c. External Benchmark Analysis must be available to compare the Navy Candidates with similar Senior Managers/Directors to generate group insights. (Norm Group should exceed 20,000) d. Basic training in test result feedback to be provided for up to 5 individuals with more in-depth training (to BPS 'Expert in Testing' standard) provided for the Key Customer/Programme Leader. 2. The supplier must hold the highest levels of cyber and data protection certifications relevant to psychometric test provision including: a. ISO 20000 - ITIL / Service Management (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) b. ISO 27001 - Information Security c. ISO 22301 - BCP / DR (Business Continuity Plan & Disaster Recovery) d. ISO 9001 - Quality e. Cyber Essential Plus

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-63767ec4-c63d-4f86-a2ac-99eaba4e854a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3049af8-3b23-4d1f-a3cf-d76657c59b23
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

33156000 - Psychology testing devices

72212450 - Time accounting or human resources software development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£270,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2024 3-4 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
elizabeth.meatyard100@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Further Information

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