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title: "C404770 GMTS VAC Assessors 2026"
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# C404770 GMTS VAC Assessors 2026

Buyer: NHS ENGLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-401e12c2-e3a5-4c02-a851-7684d64006a5

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## Summary

The public procurement process for the "C404770 GMTS VAC Assessors 2026" contract, facilitated by NHS England, has reached the award stage. This contract, classified under "Education and training services" (CPV code: 80000000), involves the provision of candidate assessment services for the GMTS Virtual Assessment Centres (VACs) set to begin with the September 2026 intake. With a total value of £6,538, the contract was awarded on 30th December 2025 to Keane Training Associates Limited. The contract period runs from 11th December 2025 to 31st March 2026, covering diverse locations including the United Kingdom and international regions such as Europe and the British Overseas Territories. The procurement method employed was selective, utilising a call-off from a framework agreement, indicating a more targeted and pre-qualified approach.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in educational and training services, particularly those that can offer innovative solutions to streamline assessment processes in virtual settings. The procurement process's focus on SMEs emphasizes that small and medium enterprises are especially suited to compete, given their flexibility and adaptability. Engaging in such contracts can open pathways for these businesses to expand their service portfolios and establish themselves as key players in the education sector, not just within the UK but across broader geographical markets. Businesses with expertise in remote assessment technologies or proven track records in educational support services will find this a beneficial avenue for growth.

## Notice

Provision of candidate assessment services for the GMTS Virtual Assessment Centres (VACs) - Sep-26 intake

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21527e81-e952-4bd3-bfec-af82cc05a001 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Dec 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £6,538 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £6,538 |
| 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 | NHS ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South East London |
| Postcode | SE1 8UG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI45 Lambeth |
| Local authority | Lambeth |
| Electoral ward | Waterloo & South Bank |
| Westminster constituency | Vauxhall and Camberwell Green |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEANE TRAINING ASSOCIATES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 30 Dec 2025 at 16:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21527e81-e952-4bd3-bfec-af82cc05a001

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/21527e81-e952-4bd3-bfec-af82cc05a001
  30th December 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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