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title: "Online payment solution for VN Exams"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0663d2"
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# Online payment solution for VN Exams

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0663d2

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## Summary

The British Council is currently seeking an online payment solution for its VN Exams, a contract valued at £455,000. This procurement falls under the services category, specifically international payment transfer services. Based in London, the British Council is acting as the contracting authority. The procurement is in the tender stage and utilises an open competitive procedure with two stages, beginning with prequalification and followed by a closed tender. Key timelines include the enquiry period ending on 12th March 2026, the tender submission deadline on 3rd April 2026, and the award period concluding on 14th April 2026. The successful contract will span from 1st August 2026 to 31st July 2029.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in financial technology, payment processing, and secure online services. Companies with a strong track record in providing innovative, cost-effective payment solutions, as well as the capability to deliver high-quality service, are highly encouraged to participate. The evaluation will consider criteria such as social value, service quality, methodology approach, and commercial value, with an emphasis on resilience and service effectiveness. Firms with expertise in serving public authority needs, particularly within sub-central government frameworks, will be well-positioned to compete for this opportunity, facilitating business growth and expanded capabilities in the public sector sphere.

## Notice

Online payment solution for British Council VN Exams

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020252-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Aug 2026 - 31 Jul 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £455,000 |
| Lots value | £455,000 |
| 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 | BRITISH COUNCIL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E20 1JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Newham |
| Electoral ward | Stratford Olympic Park |
| Westminster constituency | Stratford and Bow |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 66 - Financial and insurance services

### Codes

- 66115000 - International payment transfer services

## Release History

- 6 Mar 2026 at 10:33 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020252-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/020252-2026
  6th March 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.britishcouncil.org
- https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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