Award

Online Proctoring

UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD

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Award

14 Oct 2025 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bradford, a central government public authority located in Bradford, has concluded the awarding phase of a procurement process initiated for an "Online Proctoring" service. This project, aimed at ensuring secure and efficient proctoring for English language assessments, was completed as of 14th October 2025. It included comprehensive monitoring requirements such as lockdown browsers and candidate ID verification to maintain academic integrity. The tender was conducted using a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition, with Inspera UK Ltd awarded the contract. The contract covers data services and is scheduled to run from 15th October 2025 until 15th October 2028.

This procurement opportunity presents notable growth potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in providing data and monitoring services, particularly those capable of delivering robust digital assessment solutions. Suppliers with expertise in scalable online platforms, integration with educational systems, and a commitment to privacy and GDPR compliance will find this tender aligns with their capabilities. Additionally, businesses with a focus on international service delivery, including regions with intermittent internet connectivity, would be well-suited to pursue similar future procurements in this domain.

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Notice Title

Online Proctoring

Notice Description

The Online Proctoring must support secure, reliable, and scalable delivery of high-stakes English language assessments in an online environment. It should ensure academic integrity through advanced monitoring features such as lockdown browsers, video/audio/screen recording, candidate ID verification, and environmental checks (e.g., room scans and background noise detection). The system must be capable of functioning in diverse global contexts, including China, and remain operational during intermittent internet connectivity. Integration with university platforms (e.g., Canvas, SiTS) and adherence to GDPR and accessibility standards are essential. The proctoring model should prioritize candidate privacy, avoid live proctor access to assessments, and ensure all review and decision-making processes are conducted by University of Bradford staff. To view this notice, please click here: https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=986912026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cc94
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065308-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72300000 - Data services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£13,950 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
14 Oct 2025 - 15 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BRADFORD
Contact Name
Shamarley Naomi Fontaine
Contact Email
s.fontaine@bradford.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01274238580

Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD7 1DP
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INSPERA

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