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01602 Provision of Cognitive Ability Testing

SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by the Scottish Prison Service (SPS) involves the provision of online cognitive ability testing under the title "01602 Provision of Cognitive Ability Testing." This tender falls within the services industry category and is based in Edinburgh, UK. It has reached the award stage, with a contract successfully signed on 5th May 2020. The procurement followed an open procedure, with a total contract value of £70,000. The services required were described in detail in the invitation to tender, highlighting the necessity for a secure web-based platform that manages candidate registrations and test results.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in digital testing solutions and psychometric services, particularly those equipped to provide secure online platforms for cognitive assessments. Companies with experience in educational assessment, human resources technology, or those offering innovative software solutions would be well-suited to compete. Engaging with this contract could aid in expanding their portfolio within the public sector, specifically in enhancing recruitment or assessment processes for governmental organisations.

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Notice Title

01602 Provision of Cognitive Ability Testing

Notice Description

SPS requires the provision of online cognitive ability testing. The system shall enable the SPS to register candidates, invite and complete a cognitive ability tests online via a secure web-based platform. The system shall also retain completed test outcomes, personal data, campaign data and reports for the SPS. Full details will be made available in the Invitation to Tender (ITT)documentation Schedule B - Specification. Please note - The full Tender documentation and Schedule B - Specification cannot be accessed from this notice.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Single Stage, open procurement process exercise via the Public contract Scotland Tender (PCS-T) Portal. **A contract has now been awarded.. A contract has now been awarded.

Renewal: Extension of up to 36 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000613593
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN387436
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79600000 - Recruitment services

79635000 - Assessment centre services for recruitment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jun 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
14 Feb 2020Expired
Award Date
5 May 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH PRISON SERVICE
Contact Name
Frances McGuire, SPS Procurement
Contact Email
frances.mcguire@sps.pnn.gov.uk, spsprocurementcmt@sps.pnn.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1313303773, +44 1313303790

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH12 9HW
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Drum Brae/Gyle
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CUBIKS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB379687
    01602 Provision of Cognitive Ability Testing - SPS requires the provision of online cognitive ability testing. The system shall enable the SPS to register candidates, invite and complete a cognitive ability tests online via a secure web-based platform. The system shall also retain completed test outcomes, personal data, campaign data and reports for the SPS. Full details will be made available in the Invitation to Tender (ITT)documentation Schedule B - Specification. Please note - The full Tender documentation and Specification cannot be accessed from this notice. Full documentation will be released at a later date. Please declare your interest on this Prior Information Notice (PIN) if you are interested in this opportunity.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR383053
    01602 Provision of Cognitive Ability Testing - SPS requires the provision of online cognitive ability testing. The system shall enable the SPS to register candidates, invite and complete a cognitive ability tests online via a secure web-based platform. The system shall also retain completed test outcomes, personal data, campaign data and reports for the SPS. Full details will be made available in the Invitation to Tender (ITT)documentation Schedule B - Specification. Please note - The full Tender documentation and Schedule B - Specification cannot be accessed from this notice.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN387436
    01602 Provision of Cognitive Ability Testing - SPS requires the provision of online cognitive ability testing. The system shall enable the SPS to register candidates, invite and complete a cognitive ability tests online via a secure web-based platform. The system shall also retain completed test outcomes, personal data, campaign data and reports for the SPS. Full details will be made available in the Invitation to Tender (ITT)documentation Schedule B - Specification. Please note - The full Tender documentation and Schedule B - Specification cannot be accessed from this notice.

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