--- title: "Online National Assessments" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02cfb6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02cfb6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02cfb6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02cfb6.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "GENERAL PHARMACEUTICAL COUNCIL" published: "2021-08-02" --- # Online National Assessments Buyer: GENERAL PHARMACEUTICAL COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02cfb6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02cfb6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02cfb6.json) ## Summary The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) is conducting an open tender for the provision of online national assessments within the pharmacy services sector. This procurement process, part of the 'Light Touch Regime' under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, is currently in the tender stage. The deadline for submissions is 31 August 2021, with the contract period expected to last up to 1080 days. Bidders should note that the assessments will be computer-based and conducted in various test locations across the UK, with a total contract value of £2,083,000. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, especially those with expertise in educational software and high-stakes assessments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the contracting authority seeks organisations capable of delivering secure and innovative assessment solutions. Companies specialising in educational software development, test administration, and candidate support services will find this tender aligns well with their capabilities, making it an ideal opportunity to grow their business within the public sector. ## Notice The General Pharmaceutical Council ("the Authority") regulates pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacies in Great Britain. The Authority is inviting bidders with experience of delivering high stakes assessments, to submit a tender for the delivery of its national registration assessment. The registration assessment is a computer-based examination that takes place in test locations distributed across the UK. The procurement will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of Regulations 74 to 77 of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 ("Light Touch Regime"). ### Lot Information Lot 1 The General Pharmaceutical Council ("the Authority") regulates pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacies in Great Britain. We work to assure and improve standards of care for people using pharmacy services. Our role is to protect the public and give them assurance that they will receive safe and effective care when using pharmacy services. We set standards for pharmacy professionals and pharmacies to enter and remain on our register. The Authority is inviting bidders with experience of delivering high stakes assessments, to submit a tender for the delivery of its national registration assessment. The registration assessment is a computer-based examination that takes place in test locations distributed across the UK. The scope of services includes delivery of a secure computer-based assessment to candidates on agreed dates in test locations distributed across the UK, a secure platform that manages exam questions in multiple formats, test booking services, candidate support services, invigilation services, proctoring services (as required), reporting services and other related services. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/44HHZ8AZU4 Options: The option to extend the contract by 12 months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018504-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Aug 2021 | | Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £2,083,000 | | Lots value | £2,083,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | GENERAL PHARMACEUTICAL COUNCIL | | Locality | LONDON | | Post town | East London | | Postcode | E14 5LQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLI London | | ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East | | ITL 3 | TLI42 Tower Hamlets | | Local authority | Tower Hamlets | | Electoral ward | Canary Wharf | | Westminster constituency | Poplar and Limehouse | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 75 - Administration, defence and social security services - 80 - Education and training services - 85 - Health and social work services ### Codes - 48000000 - Software package and information systems - 48190000 - Educational software package - 72212190 - Educational software development services - 75121000 - Administrative educational services - 80400000 - Adult and other education services - 80430000 - Adult-education services at university level - 85149000 - Pharmacy services ## Release History - 2 Aug 2021 at 17:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018504-2021 ## Notice URLs - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/44HHZ8AZU4 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-London:-Pharmacy-services./44HHZ8AZU4 - https://www.pharmacyregulation.org/contact-us ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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