---
title: "T3 - Test Centre Network (TCN) - All Regions"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05230c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY"
published: "2025-05-23"
---

# T3 - Test Centre Network (TCN) - All Regions

Buyer: DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05230c

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## Summary

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is currently in the planning stage for a tender titled "T3 - Test Centre Network (TCN) - All Regions," focusing on the continuity of services for the statutory Theory Test within the UK. This procurement process is categorised under driving-test services and involves significant development and innovation opportunities. The DVSA, a central government public authority based in Bristol, is preparing to launch a formal procurement process, with future notices anticipated after April 2026. The planned contract period is from September 2028 to September 2033, with a potential extension to 2035, encompassing all regions across the UK.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in service provision, especially those capable of delivering innovative and adaptable driving-test services. With a potential total value of up to £420 million GBP, there is ample room for growth and collaboration, particularly for SMEs and VCSEs, given its designation as suitable for such entities. Companies with expertise in developing flexible, technology-driven solutions in response to evolving market and societal needs will find this tender well-aligned with their capacities and strategic objectives.

## Notice

Please note that this is a UK1 Pipeline Notice. This is not a PIN or call for pre-market engagement/competition. As this is a pipeline notice, there is no guarantee that a tender opportunity will result from this. Should a tender opportunity materialise, further notices will be published in relation to this. The DVSA seeks to secure continuity of service for the statutory Theory Test beyond the expiration of current Test Centre Network (TCN) and Test Assessment Platform (TTAP) agreements. As a statutory obligation, the Theory Test is a crucial component of driver licence acquisition in the UK. The DVSA aims to leverage the opportunity to develop a service that can flexibly pivot and innovate in response and in advance of technological and social changes. Values and contract durations included in this notice are based on current contractual arrangements and are only indicative of potential future values and durations, and will be subject to change as informed by business requirements and market engagement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026489-2025 |
| Notice type | UK1 - Pipeline Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Sep 2028 - 3 Sep 2033 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS5 0DA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Lawrence Hill |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 80411100 - Driving-test services

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 13:21 - Planning - UK1 - Pipeline Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026489-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026489-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Pipeline notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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