--- title: "2025 Dps ATC Eu Aptis Esol Italy" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-19" --- # 2025 Dps ATC Eu Aptis Esol Italy Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-04e3e8.json) ## Summary The British Council has initiated a tender process titled "2025 Dps ATC Eu Aptis Esol Italy," seeking authorised test centres to deliver Aptis ESOL sessions in major cities across Italy. This procurement falls under the education and training services industry category. The tender is currently in the active stage, and the procurement method being used is an open procedure. Key deadlines include the end of the tender period on 14th March 2025, with the award period commencing on 23rd March 2025. The contract period will start on 7th April 2025 and continue until 7th April 2027, with the possibility of two one-year extensions. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in educational services, particularly those with the capability and resources to manage high-stakes language tests. Companies suited to this opportunity would likely specialise in test administration, have robust customer service and administrative capabilities, and meet stringent quality and security requirements. Becoming an authorised test centre for the British Council’s Aptis ESOL tests can enhance business reputation and offer steady revenue through scheduled exams on behalf of a globally recognised institution. Enterprises with a strong presence in Italy's major cities will find this tender particularly advantageous. ## Notice The British Council is looking for Authorised Test Centres to deliver Aptis ESOL sessions in the following countries: ItalyPlease note, we are seeking Authorised Test Centres in Major Cities only. About Aptis ESOL: Aptis ESOL is a high stakes English Language Test entirely developed and owned by the British Council and recognised by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). Tests are subject to clear rules and requirements around the quality of the test environment, the security of the test and the actions of test day staff.The test consists of a 3-hour written and speaking test taken on computer. Tests usually can have different start times across the day and can be scheduled for any day of the week, although some days, especially Saturdays are more popular.What is an Authorised Test Centre: As an Authorised Test Centre, you would be responsible for performing customer services, administrative duties and delivering Aptis ESOL B2C (add country/countries p ### Lot Information Lot 1 The British Council is looking for Authorised Test Centres to deliver Aptis ESOL sessions in the following countries: ItalyPlease note, we are seeking Authorised Test Centres in Major Cities only. About Aptis ESOL: Aptis ESOL is a high stakes English Language Test entirely developed and owned by the British Council and recognised by The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). Tests are subject to clear rules and requirements around the quality of the test environment, the security of the test and the actions of test day staff.The test consists of a 3-hour written and speaking test taken on computer. Tests usually can have different start times across the day and can be scheduled for any day of the week, although some days, especially Saturdays are more popular.What is an Authorised Test Centre: As an Authorised Test Centre, you would be responsible for performing customer services, administrative duties and delivering Aptis ESOL B2C (add country/countries per cluster ) and B2B (Business to Business - institutions registering candidates) tests at times and on dates agreed with British Council. Renewal: 2 possible extensions on a 1+1 basis ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005820-2025 | | 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 | 19 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 6 Apr 2025 - 7 Apr 2027 | | 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 | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BRITISH COUNCIL | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services ## Release History - 19 Feb 2025 at 12:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005820-2025 ## Notice URLs - http://www.britishcouncil.org - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/britishcouncil/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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