Tender

Computer Based Testing Venue Hire for British Council, Cassablanca

BRITISH COUNCIL

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26 May 2025 at 10:23

Tender

23 May 2025 at 13:46

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council has issued an open tender for the hire of a computer-based testing venue in Casablanca, Morocco, to support its examination services. This procurement, classified under hotel meeting and conference services, is a service contract valued at £60,000 to £72,000, operating on a below-threshold open competition basis. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 30th June 2025. Interested parties should note that enquiries can be made until 31st May 2025. The contract, set to commence on 31st July 2025, offers a potential renewal option and covers a three-year period, with a possible extension of up to 12 months subject to performance review.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for local businesses in Casablanca, particularly those offering hotel and conference services, to expand their clientele by partnering with the British Council. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to compete, as the procurement method supports these entities with suitability requirements. Offering both technical and commercial evaluation criteria, businesses that can demonstrate a high-quality venue provision alongside cost-effectiveness will be well-positioned to leverage this tender for business growth. Engaging in this contract could facilitate expanded operations and enhance reputation through collaboration with a reputable public authority, namely the British Council.

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Notice Title

Computer Based Testing Venue Hire for British Council, Cassablanca

Notice Description

British Council is looking for a venue to hire for British Council examination services - Computer and paper based exams. The selected supplier will be a venue provider for this service in Casablanca Morrocco.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Possibility of extension of up to 12 months after performance review via Audit Checklist

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-052350
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027468-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK12 - Procurement Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55120000 - Hotel meeting and conference services

55130000 - Other hotel services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Jul 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Cancelled
Contracts Status
Cancelled

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BRITISH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Sandra Banda
Contact Email
sandra.banda@britishcouncil.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E20 1JQ
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Newham
Electoral Ward
Stratford Olympic Park
Westminster Constituency
Stratford and Bow

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