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Test Engine and Test Content Management (TETCM) System - Modification

DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process involves the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) with a focus on the Test Engine and Test Content Management System modification. This procurement falls under the IT services industry category, specifically dealing with consulting, software development, and support services throughout the UK. It is at the contract update stage, with significant changes noted as of 19 May 2025. This amendment ensures continuity of essential services related to the DVSA's statutory obligation to deliver the Theory Test, following an increase in financial contract value. The contract, originally valued at approximately £24.6 million, has been modified with a £5.39 million increase, resulting in a total value of £30 million. The contract, signed on 2 May 2025, is set to active status and has a duration of 1,440 days.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in IT services, particularly those with expertise in software development and support for testing systems. With Pearson Professional Assessments Limited as the current supplier, the involvement of large-scale suppliers indicates that the contract may be particularly suited for well-established IT firms capable of managing large-scale service demands and modifications. Companies that can offer innovative solutions and maintain continuity in service delivery may find valuable business growth opportunities in collaboration with government bodies such as the DVSA. The tender also highlights a need for adaptability to unforeseen circumstances, such as increased demand due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which can provide growth prospects for adaptable and forward-thinking businesses.

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Notice Title

Test Engine and Test Content Management (TETCM) System - Modification

Notice Description

Lot Information

Lot 1

The contract modification addressed by this Notice is for the increase in financial contract value to ensure provision of essential ongoing services and continuity of the current delivery model. The Agency have a statutory obligation to deliver the Theory Test and therefore there can be no gap in service delivery. Other than the financial contract value increase of the agreement, all other terms and conditions shall remain the same.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0516e1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022620-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000,000 £10M-£100M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial.theory.test@dvsa.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 1AY
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Meadows
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PEARSON PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENTS

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