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title: "Global Computer Exams Venues"
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buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)"
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# Global Computer Exams Venues

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b11838ac-ade2-4509-9850-afa228988631

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## Summary

The British Council is seeking to enhance its computer-delivered exams by procuring additional venue capacity through the tender titled "Global Computer Exams Venues." This procurement process is classified under education and training services, with an estimated value of £10,500,000. The tender period concluded on 21 September 2020, while the contract period commenced on 4 November 2020 and will last until 4 November 2024. The procurement method employed is an open procedure above the threshold, aimed at securing multiple suppliers who can meet the venue requirements flexibly in various locations, predominantly in the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the venue hire and education service sectors to expand their operations by collaborating with a reputable organisation like the British Council. Companies with experience in providing educational venues, particularly those capable of managing multiple locations across different countries, would be well-suited to participate in this process. Engaging in this contract could help suppliers build a long-term partnership with the British Council while contributing to an increased capacity for computer-delivered exams in key markets.

## Notice

Tender objective: To secure multiple suppliers who can provide additional venue capacity to meet the British Council's computer-delivered exams demand in key market locations on a flexible scalable basis and at a viable cost. British Council Exams are increasingly moving to Computer-Delivery (CD). The British Council with this tender aim to increase their CD venue capacity options in key markets through securing additional 3rd party hire venue suppliers. The tender aims to complement their local in-country procurement of venues by reaching out to any suppliers who may be attracted to an agreement across different countries that could offer them higher global level benefits. The British Council are looking for suppliers in a range of cities and countries. Suppliers must have a minimum of two venues from at least one city from two listed countries provided in the tender documents. The proposed Call-off Framework Agreement for any supplier will be up to a maximum of 4 years with a maximum potential cumulative value of PS10,500,000. Additional information: Bidders will be required to register on British Council's e-Tendering portal In-Tend hosted at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil in order to take part in the tender process. Once registered please go to the project Global Computer Exams Venues, express an interest, sign the NDA and return via the Correspondence tab. When this is returned to you, bidders must log-in to the website where they can view the project and access the bidders pack and submit their return. Bidders will also be required to demonstrate their capability and 'means of proof' will be required. These conditions are outlined in the ITT.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca741198-1ce7-4761-a938-c2cdf4e9cb32 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2021 - 4 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,607,236 |
| 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 | BRITISH COUNCIL(THE) |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Piccadilly |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | CENTERBASE INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS; IUP2 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2021 at 12:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca741198-1ce7-4761-a938-c2cdf4e9cb32
- 18 Aug 2020 at 13:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/044a1b42-cd8a-45aa-8ef4-210bc9c61013

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ca741198-1ce7-4761-a938-c2cdf4e9cb32
  15th July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/044a1b42-cd8a-45aa-8ef4-210bc9c61013
  18th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil

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