Tender

CC68EXAMS52026 - IT Equipment for Exams

BRITISH COUNCIL

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Tender

12 Jun 2026 at 11:32

Summary of the contracting process

The British Council, headquartered in London, has initiated an open tender process for procuring IT equipment essential for the delivery of exams. Classified under 'Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies,' this tender is part of the goods category and serves the requirement in Pakistan. Interested suppliers should note that the tender process is currently active, with the enquiry period closing on 14th June 2026 and the tender submission deadline set for 7th July 2026. The contract, potentially extending until August 2029, commences on 1st August 2026. Suppliers are required to register through the British Council's MyProcurement portal.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for suppliers in the IT sector, particularly those offering energy-efficient and sustainable solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to apply, highlighting their approach towards community support and diversity initiatives. Companies that can provide comprehensive technical support, handle urgent orders, and have transparent service level agreements will be positioned favourably. With a total estimated gross contract value of PKR 67,500,000, participants have the potential to secure a substantial contract whilst supporting the British Council’s educational mission.

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Notice Title

CC68EXAMS52026 - IT Equipment for Exams

Notice Description

The British Council would like to request a quotation for equipment which is required for the delivery of exams.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b3fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055664-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages


CPV Codes

30000000 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£55,350,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
£55,350,000 £10M-£100M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 2026Today
Submission Deadline
7 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Aug 2026 - 1 Aug 2028 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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