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Virtual Assessment Platform

H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS

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23 Feb 2026 at 10:54

Summary of the contracting process

H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has awarded a contract for a Virtual Assessment Platform to TopScore Technologies Limited. The contract, valued at £54,000, involves services within the "Assessment centre services for recruitment" category. The procurement method employed was selective, specifically a call-off from a framework agreement. With the contract period set from 18 February 2026 to 18 May 2026, the project is situated within the United Kingdom. As the procurement has progressed to the award stage, the finalisation was activated on 18 February 2026 and publicly documented on 23 February 2026.

This tender presents substantial potential for businesses specialising in virtual platforms with advanced features ensuring data security and user engagement. Such projects are particularly suited to larger firms with the capability to meet HMRC's comprehensive service demands efficiently. Though not specifically aimed at SMEs or VCSE organisations, businesses in the tech industry, adept in developing robust online assessment platforms, will find significant growth opportunities by leveraging their expertise in serving public sector clients through framework agreements. The collaboration with HMRC, a prominent government body located in London, could further enhance business portfolios by showcasing high-profile service provision in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Virtual Assessment Platform

Notice Description

A comprehensive virtual platform to enable HMRC to assess in a 3 week - 4 period virtually. The platform needs to be efficient, ensure data security, and deliver an engaging and accessible experience for candidates and assessors.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ed96513f-2d01-42e8-bada-1559d8a6f6ac
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2812ea98-8810-4015-9826-01c23fc2d886
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79635000 - Assessment centre services for recruitment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£54,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2026 - 18 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SS99 1AA
Post Town
Southend-on-Sea
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH31 Southend-on-Sea
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Southend-on-Sea
Electoral Ward
Victoria
Westminster Constituency
Southend East and Rochford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TOPSCORE TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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