Award

Global Computer Exams Venues

BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

15 Jul 2021 at 12:11

Award Notice
Tender

18 Aug 2020 at 13:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is seeking to enhance its computer-delivered exams by procuring additional venue capacity through the tender titled "Global Computer Exams Venues." This procurement process is classified under education and training services, with an estimated value of £10,500,000. The tender period concluded on 21 September 2020, while the contract period commenced on 4 November 2020 and will last until 4 November 2024. The procurement method employed is an open procedure above the threshold, aimed at securing multiple suppliers who can meet the venue requirements flexibly in various locations, predominantly in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the venue hire and education service sectors to expand their operations by collaborating with a reputable organisation like the British Council. Companies with experience in providing educational venues, particularly those capable of managing multiple locations across different countries, would be well-suited to participate in this process. Engaging in this contract could help suppliers build a long-term partnership with the British Council while contributing to an increased capacity for computer-delivered exams in key markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Global Computer Exams Venues

Notice Description

Tender objective: To secure multiple suppliers who can provide additional venue capacity to meet the British Council's computer-delivered exams demand in key market locations on a flexible scalable basis and at a viable cost. British Council Exams are increasingly moving to Computer-Delivery (CD). The British Council with this tender aim to increase their CD venue capacity options in key markets through securing additional 3rd party hire venue suppliers. The tender aims to complement their local in-country procurement of venues by reaching out to any suppliers who may be attracted to an agreement across different countries that could offer them higher global level benefits. The British Council are looking for suppliers in a range of cities and countries. Suppliers must have a minimum of two venues from at least one city from two listed countries provided in the tender documents. The proposed Call-off Framework Agreement for any supplier will be up to a maximum of 4 years with a maximum potential cumulative value of PS10,500,000. 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 please go to the project Global Computer Exams Venues, express an interest, sign the NDA and return via the Correspondence tab. When this is returned to you, 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
ocds-b5fd17-b11838ac-ade2-4509-9850-afa228988631
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca741198-1ce7-4761-a938-c2cdf4e9cb32
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£10,500,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£8,607,236 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2021 - 4 Nov 2024 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

CENTERBASE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS

IUP2

Further Information

Notice Documents

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