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title: "HMRC G7 Tax Professional External Assessment"
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# HMRC G7 Tax Professional External Assessment

Buyer: H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-06e7040c-3d6c-4663-a8e0-e528d7d9b0cb

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## Summary

The public procurement process, titled "HMRC G7 Tax Professional External Assessment," is conducted by H M Revenue & Customs (HMRC), located in London, England. This contract, within the Education and Training Services industry category, involves developing and delivering assessment services for the HMRC Grade 7 Tax Professional programme. The tender process followed a selective procurement method through a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. The award stage of the procurement was completed successfully, with the contract awarded to NCFE Trading Limited on 7th May 2026, for a total value of £251,768. The contract is set to commence on the same day and will run through to 7th May 2028, allowing for optional adjustments during its tenure.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in educational and professional assessment services, particularly those familiar with apprenticeship-style methodologies. SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) would be well-suited to compete, considering the focus on capability frameworks and portfolio-based evaluations. The contract's design and development phases will provide ample scope for innovative solutions in professional training and assessment delivery. By engaging with this contract, businesses can enhance their credibility and expand their service offerings within the public sector.

## Notice

HMRC is seeking to appoint a supplier to develop and deliver external assessment services for the HMRC Grade 7 Tax Professional programme. The requirement includes the design, development, and delivery of assessment standards covering Corporation Tax, Employer Duties and Personal Tax, aligned to HMRC capability frameworks and apprenticeship-style assessment methodologies. The appointed supplier will be responsible for developing assessment materials, supporting portfolio-based evidence collection (up to 25 pieces per candidate), and conducting professional discussions to evaluate candidate competence. The services will be delivered to approximately 500 learners over the lifetime of the contract. The contract will run for up to 36 months and will include both development and delivery phases. HMRC may require optional services during the contract term, including adjustments to scope, volumes, or duration, in accordance with the contract terms. No guarantee is provided regarding the value or volume of work. All services must be delivered in accordance with HMRC's requirements as set out in the full suite of procurement and contract documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/765444e9-56d8-40a2-aaa8-4fcb08126aa7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 May 2026 - 7 May 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £251,768 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £251,768 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | H M REVENUE & CUSTOMS |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | Southend-on-Sea |
| Postcode | SS99 1AA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLH East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLH3 Essex |
| ITL 3 | TLH31 Southend-on-Sea |
| Local authority | Southend-on-Sea |
| Electoral ward | Victoria |
| Westminster constituency | Southend East and Rochford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | NCFE TRADING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 14 May 2026 at 10:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/765444e9-56d8-40a2-aaa8-4fcb08126aa7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/765444e9-56d8-40a2-aaa8-4fcb08126aa7
  14th May 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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