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title: "SELT 2019 - ROW (ISC) - Contract Extension 2026"
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# SELT 2019 - ROW (ISC) - Contract Extension 2026

Buyer: HOME OFFICE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-228a720b-dbd4-4d78-81dc-af87ca8487f5

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## Summary

The "SELT 2019 - ROW (ISC) - Contract Extension 2026" procurement process involves the Home Office, situated in Salford, England, as the buying organisation. This contract extension is for the provision of Secure English Language Testing (SELT) services in various regions, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, and British Overseas Territories. Classified under CPV code 73430000 for Test and Evaluation services, the tender follows an open procurement procedure. The award stage was completed on 5th March 2026, as confirmed by the published award notice on 18th March 2026. The contract extends from 4th November 2019 to 3rd November 2027, highlighting a substantial value of GBP 61,760,298.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in test and evaluation services to expand their operations globally. Large-scale enterprises capable of providing comprehensive language testing solutions will find this contract particularly advantageous. Given its substantial financial scope and long-term nature, organisations with robust infrastructure to execute extensive service provisions across diverse geographical locations will benefit. However, it is important to note that the contract is not specifically suitable for SMEs or VCSEs, allowing well-established firms to leverage existing resources for competitive advantage.

## Notice

Concession for the provision of Secure English Language Testing (SELT) in the ROW. This is a notification of an extension under the current terms of the concession.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a872c7-001a-4ec7-befa-a3b8b76fa12c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2019 - 3 Nov 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £61,760,298 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £61,760,298 |
| 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 | HOME OFFICE |
| Locality | SALFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M5 3EZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Salford |
| Electoral ward | Quays |
| Westminster constituency | Salford |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IELTS SELT CONSORTIUM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73430000 - Test and evaluation

## Release History

- 18 Mar 2026 at 14:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a872c7-001a-4ec7-befa-a3b8b76fa12c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/23a872c7-001a-4ec7-befa-a3b8b76fa12c
  18th March 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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