Tender

Quality Assurance for the Test of Competence (Computer Based Testing and Objective Structured Clinical Examination)

NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL

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Tender

13 Sep 2023 at 09:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Nursing And Midwifery Council (NMC) is procuring Quality Assurance for the Test of Competence in Computer Based Testing and Objective Structured Clinical Examination. This procurement falls under the services category with an estimated contract value of approximately £150,000. The procurement method is Competitive quotation (below threshold), and the tender period ends on 11th October 2023. The contract period is from 15th January 2024 to 14th January 2026.

This tender by the NMC presents a business growth opportunity for suppliers interested in quality assurance assessment and review services within the healthcare sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) especially are encouraged to participate. The contract duration of up to three years, along with the focus on quality assurance, makes this tender suitable for businesses well-versed in system quality control and assessment. Interested companies can express their interest via the Atamis e-Sourcing portal.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Quality Assurance for the Test of Competence (Computer Based Testing and Objective Structured Clinical Examination)

Notice Description

The NMC will adopt a dual approach to quality assurance to ensure that the Test of Competence is fit for purpose. * We intend to appoint one partner to assess the quality of the design and development of the Test as well as the delivery. * The NMC may also undertake its own quality assurance reviews in accordance with its assurance framework. The NMC's test scrutiny panel must be satisfied with the quality assurance in place in order to be able to approve the content and implementation of the Test of Competence. The Quality Assurance partner will be responsible for defining the percentage of content to be reviewed, covering the test development of both the CBT and OSCE. This should occur alongside any broader quality assurance, such as the delivery of the CBT and OSCE and other processes and governance controls. The Quality Assurance partner will be required to undertake a review covering the delivery of the CBT which is published and administered through Pearson Vue. The delivery of the OSCE from our 5 delivery partners should also be quality assured for quality, accuracy and consistency. The contract will be for an initial term of two years with the option to extend for one year: 2+1 = 3 years maximum. The estimated lifetime value of the contract, including extensions, will be PS150,000 approx. including VAT. Suppliers interested in participating in this procurement exercise are requested to express their interest via the Atamis e-Sourcing portal https://nmcprocurementportal.force.com/s/Welcome, and search for "Quality Assurance for the Test of Competence (CBT and OSCE)" or by searching the project reference "C1256".

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ee86f743-e30d-431d-84eb-51670de2dc38
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/07ef95c6-1da6-4f9d-8b02-6f062d47fd80
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

72225000 - System quality assurance assessment and review services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Sep 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Oct 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jan 2024 - 14 Jan 2026 2-3 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
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement
Contact Email
procurement@nmc-uk.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
W1B 1PZ
Post Town
West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Marylebone
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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