Tender

PLAB Examination Venue and Invigilation Services (UK)

GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)

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Tender

13 Dec 2019 at 17:45

Summary of the contracting process

The General Medical Council (GMC) is conducting a tender for PLAB Examination Venue and Invigilation Services in the UK, classified under accommodation services. The procurement is currently in the active stage, with an open procedure method. The tender period will close on 20 January 2020, while the contract is expected to commence on 19 February 2020 and run until 18 February 2024. The venue services will be required across various locations, including London, Scotland, the South East, and the North West of England.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the accommodation and event management sectors, particularly those with expertise in venue management and invigilation services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide flexible, reliable solutions are encouraged to apply, especially those experienced in managing sites for examinations and similar events. Companies that specialise in logistics and support services for educational institutions may also find this tender aligns well with their capabilities.

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Notice Title

PLAB Examination Venue and Invigilation Services (UK)

Notice Description

The Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) test is the main route by which International Medical Graduates (IMGs) demonstrate that they have the necessary skills and knowledge to practise medicine in the UK.We run the Part 1, written exam four times a year in the UK and overseas. Exam dates are planned up to a year in advance. Examinations in the UK close one week before the exam date. The overseas exam closes four weeks before the exam date. The exam runs from 10.00-13.00hrs UK time.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e6fe3be7-4c72-4c74-8b4f-ca90431b0914
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23215336-01f2-4650-a23b-174753b6d67e
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98341000 - Accommodation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Dec 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Feb 2020 - 18 Feb 2024 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GENERAL MEDICAL COUNCIL (GMC)
Contact Name
Christine Jack
Contact Email
gmctenders@gmc-uk.org
Contact Phone
+44 1619236340

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M3 3AW
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
TLD North West (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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