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Paper Based and Computer Based Exam Venue Hire Agreement for Botswana

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The British Council is conducting a public procurement process for a "Paper Based and Computer Based Exam Venue Hire Agreement for Botswana". Categorised under building rental and non-residential property renting services, this tender is currently in the tender stage, with an active status. The procurement method adopted is an open competition, below the threshold, offering services valued at approximately £94,080 GBP. Prospective suppliers are invited to submit their responses electronically by 19 November 2025. Key dates include the closing of the enquiry period on 7 November 2025, and the contract is anticipated to start on 1 January 2026, running potentially until December 2029 if renewal options are exercised. The British Council operates from London, underscoring its reach with an international requirement in Botswana.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in venue hiring and those within the facilities management industry, specifically in Botswana or with capabilities to engage in this region. The requirement for exam venues indicates a need for high-quality, reliable service providers capable of meeting both paper-based and computer-based exam standards. Businesses that demonstrate strength in logistic planning, facility readiness, and comprehensive venue services would be ideal candidates. The open competition nature of the process encourages diverse participation, providing a platform for various enterprises to potentially expand their business footprint by securing a long-term engagement with a reputable international organisation like the British Council.

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Notice Title

Paper Based and Computer Based Exam Venue Hire Agreement for Botswana

Notice Description

Paper Based and Computer Based Exam Venue Hire Agreement for British council Botswana

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d13a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068603-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70220000 - Non-residential property renting or leasing services

70310000 - Building rental or sale services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£94,080 Under £100K
Lots Value
£94,080 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2027 1-2 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
Alazar Moges
Contact Email
alazar.moges@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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