--- title: "UK_264 Identity Verification Solution (Correct)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-136c2783-a741-44d9-add3-d034e393b550" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-136c2783-a741-44d9-add3-d034e393b550" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-136c2783-a741-44d9-add3-d034e393b550.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-136c2783-a741-44d9-add3-d034e393b550.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL" published: "2025-01-22" --- # UK_264 Identity Verification Solution (Correct) Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-136c2783-a741-44d9-add3-d034e393b550 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-136c2783-a741-44d9-add3-d034e393b550) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-136c2783-a741-44d9-add3-d034e393b550.json) ## Summary The British Council is inviting proposals for the "UK_264 Identity Verification Solution (Correct)" project, which falls under the IT services category. This tender seeks one supplier capable of providing advanced identity verification technologies and maintaining a database of officially authorised ID documents for use in various countries. The services are essential for the provision of examination services, aiming to improve customer service and prevent malpractice. Key dates include a clarification deadline on 16 January 2025 at 10:00 am UK time, and a submission deadline on 10 February 2025 at 10:00 am UK time. The contract will commence on 10 April 2025 and run for three years, with the possibility of extension. The procurement is being carried out via an open procedure (above threshold). This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in identity verification and IT services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply. The successful supplier will benefit from collaborating with a reputable organisation like the British Council, gaining visibility and potential future contracts. The complexity and scope of requirements suggest that vendors with advanced technology solutions and international experience will be well-suited to compete. ## Notice We are looking for one supplier who can provide advanced Identity Verification technologies and processes, provide necessary configurational capabilities, and maintain a database of officially authorised types of ID documents that can be used in Identity Verification process in various countries. The Identity Verification technologies will be applied specifically but not exclusively for the provision of examination services that is one of the key services in our organisation. This will allow us to improve customer service, whilst helping to prevent malpractice. Contract duration for 3 years and possibility of extension. For more information, please explore tender information to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil Deadline for clarification questions will be the 16th of January 2025, at 10.00 am (UK time) Deadline for submissions will be the 10th of February 2025, at 10.00 am (UK time) Any questions related to this tender should be made via the in tend platform. Additional information: We are looking for one supplier who can provide advanced Identity Verification technologies and processes, provide necessary configurational capabilities, and maintain a database of officially authorised types of ID documents that can be used in Identity Verification process in various countries. The Identity Verification technologies will be applied specifically but not exclusively for the provision of examination services that is one of the key services in our organisation. This will allow us to improve customer service, whilst helping to prevent malpractice. Contract duration for 3 years and possibility of extension. For more information, please explore tender information to https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil Deadline for clarification questions will be the 16th of January 2025, at 10.00 am (UK time) Deadline for submissions will be the 10th of February 2025, at 10.00 am (UK time) Any questions related to this tender should be made via the in tend platform. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6b7f33-de8b-4399-981d-06fa7d222010 | | 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 | 22 Jan 2025 | | Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Apr 2025 - 9 Apr 2028 | | 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 - 22 Jan 2025 at 09:01 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6b7f33-de8b-4399-981d-06fa7d222010 - 22 Jan 2025 at 08:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6b7f33-de8b-4399-981d-06fa7d222010 - 24 Dec 2024 at 14:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6b7f33-de8b-4399-981d-06fa7d222010 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f6b7f33-de8b-4399-981d-06fa7d222010 22nd January 2025 - 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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