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2025 Dps ATC Eu Aptis Esol Italy

BRITISH COUNCIL

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19 Feb 2025 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has initiated a tender process titled "2025 Dps ATC Eu Aptis Esol Italy," seeking authorised test centres to deliver Aptis ESOL sessions in major cities across Italy. This procurement falls under the education and training services industry category. The tender is currently in the active stage, and the procurement method being used is an open procedure. Key deadlines include the end of the tender period on 14th March 2025, with the award period commencing on 23rd March 2025. The contract period will start on 7th April 2025 and continue until 7th April 2027, with the possibility of two one-year extensions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational services, particularly those with the capability and resources to manage high-stakes language tests. Companies suited to this opportunity would likely specialise in test administration, have robust customer service and administrative capabilities, and meet stringent quality and security requirements. Becoming an authorised test centre for the British Council’s Aptis ESOL tests can enhance business reputation and offer steady revenue through scheduled exams on behalf of a globally recognised institution. Enterprises with a strong presence in Italy's major cities will find this tender particularly advantageous.

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Notice Title

2025 Dps ATC Eu Aptis Esol Italy

Notice Description

The British Council is looking for Authorised Test Centres to deliver Aptis ESOL sessions in the following countries: ItalyPlease note, we are seeking Authorised Test Centres in Major Cities only. About Aptis ESOL: Aptis ESOL is a high stakes English Language Test entirely developed and owned by the British Council and recognised by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). Tests are subject to clear rules and requirements around the quality of the test environment, the security of the test and the actions of test day staff.The test consists of a 3-hour written and speaking test taken on computer. Tests usually can have different start times across the day and can be scheduled for any day of the week, although some days, especially Saturdays are more popular.What is an Authorised Test Centre: As an Authorised Test Centre, you would be responsible for performing customer services, administrative duties and delivering Aptis ESOL B2C (add country/countries p

Lot Information

Lot 1

The British Council is looking for Authorised Test Centres to deliver Aptis ESOL sessions in the following countries: ItalyPlease note, we are seeking Authorised Test Centres in Major Cities only. About Aptis ESOL: Aptis ESOL is a high stakes English Language Test entirely developed and owned by the British Council and recognised by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). Tests are subject to clear rules and requirements around the quality of the test environment, the security of the test and the actions of test day staff.The test consists of a 3-hour written and speaking test taken on computer. Tests usually can have different start times across the day and can be scheduled for any day of the week, although some days, especially Saturdays are more popular.What is an Authorised Test Centre: As an Authorised Test Centre, you would be responsible for performing customer services, administrative duties and delivering Aptis ESOL B2C (add country/countries per cluster ) and B2B (Business to Business - institutions registering candidates) tests at times and on dates agreed with British Council.

Renewal: 2 possible extensions on a 1+1 basis

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005820-2025
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Apr 2025 - 7 Apr 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Maria Matas Sebastia
Contact Email
maria.matassebastia@britishcouncil.es
Contact Phone
+34 638660543

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

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