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SELT 2019 - ROW (PSI) - Contract Extension 2026

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This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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18 Mar 2026 at 14:49

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27 Nov 2024 at 12:03

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement contracting process involving the Home Office is for the provision of Secure English Language Testing (SELT) services, under the title "SELT 2019 - ROW (PSI) - Contract Extension 2026." This process falls under the industry category of test and evaluation. The procurement method employed is an open procedure above threshold, indicating a competitive tendering approach. The procurement stage is currently at the award phase, with the latest award active as of 20th February 2026. The contract period began on 5th November 2019 and is set to end on 4th November 2027, encompassing delivery locations including the United Kingdom, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the Rest of the World. The awarded contract value is £1,590,953 GBP.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for organisations familiar with large-scale service delivery in language testing and evaluation. Companies similar to PSI Services, the supplier in this contract, would find it beneficial as they have proven capabilities in managing high-value, extended contracts within this service category. While SMEs and VCSEs are deemed unsuitable by the contract criteria, larger entities with global operational reach could effectively compete in providing comprehensive testing services across various geographical areas. This extension not only enhances the supplier’s portfolio but also fortifies their service reach internationally, aligning with strategic expansion goals.

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Notice Title

SELT 2019 - ROW (PSI) - Contract Extension 2026

Notice Description

Concession for the provision of Secure English Language Testing (SELT) in the ROW This is a notification of an extension under the current terms of the concession

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c11c4e8d-a902-4bdd-a848-33a4f39f3735
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f03c03ef-2b52-4707-80c5-79a9ac8af114
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73430000 - Test and evaluation

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,590,953 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,941,839 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jan 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Nov 2019 - 4 Nov 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CROYDON
Postcode
CR9 2BY
Post Town
Croydon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Quays
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PSI SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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