--- title: "UK_264 Identity Verification Solution" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0f9a8453-5a3f-4f06-99a3-ef3b68e52221" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0f9a8453-5a3f-4f06-99a3-ef3b68e52221" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0f9a8453-5a3f-4f06-99a3-ef3b68e52221.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0f9a8453-5a3f-4f06-99a3-ef3b68e52221.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL" published: "2024-09-19" --- # UK_264 Identity Verification Solution Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0f9a8453-5a3f-4f06-99a3-ef3b68e52221 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0f9a8453-5a3f-4f06-99a3-ef3b68e52221) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0f9a8453-5a3f-4f06-99a3-ef3b68e52221.json) ## Summary The British Council is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of an identity verification solution, under the title "UK_264 Identity Verification Solution". This project aims to enhance the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) identity verification processes with the latest market technology. The procurement falls under the IT services category, specifically consulting, software development, Internet, and support, with a broad delivery scope, including the United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other global regions. The contract is set to commence on 18 November 2024 and will run for three years, with an optional extension of two additional 12-month periods. Interested parties must express their interest by 30 September 2024. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in IT services, particularly those with expertise in consulting, software development, and support. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the project's suitability for them. Securing this contract can lead to lasting business growth, as the successful implementation of this solution will be associated with one of the most trusted English language proficiency tests globally, accepted by governments and organisations across multiple continents. Companies that can deliver high quality, secure, and innovative identity verification solutions will be well-positioned to benefit from this procurement project. ## Notice The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a standardized test designed to assess the English language proficiency of non-native speakers. It is widely used for educational, immigration, and professional purposes. It is jointly managed by the British Council, IDP and Cambridge English, and was established in 1989. IELTS is a high stakes test, and its result profoundly influence those taking it in terms of being deciding factor in their future opportunities such as employment, studying and immigration. IELTS is the world's most trusted English tests. IELTS is accepted by governments of the UK, Australia, Canada and New Zealand and also accepted by over 12500 organisations in governments, employers and educational institutions. IELTS has the highest quality controls, enhanced security procedures, and integrity management practices and we aim to enhance the identity verification systems and processes in line with the latest technology in market. Additional information: If you are interested in expressing an interest and/or bidding for this project, please go to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil . You may then have to register your company before you can express an interest for this project and get access the documents. The contract is for 3 years with an option to extend for 12 months + 12 months Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/244ecdef-4737-466d-949d-c9af23352c3f | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 19 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 23 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 18 Nov 2024 - 17 Nov 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E20 1JQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham | | Local authority | Newham | | Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park | | Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ## Release History - 19 Sep 2024 at 13:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/244ecdef-4737-466d-949d-c9af23352c3f - 19 Sep 2024 at 13:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/244ecdef-4737-466d-949d-c9af23352c3f - 23 Aug 2024 at 10:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/244ecdef-4737-466d-949d-c9af23352c3f ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/244ecdef-4737-466d-949d-c9af23352c3f 19th September 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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