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title: "MSP for CBT Support Services in India"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0687f6"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "BRITISH COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-22"
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# MSP for CBT Support Services in India

Buyer: BRITISH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0687f6

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## Summary

The British Council is initiating a procurement process for the Managed Service Provider (MSP) to support Computer Based Testing (CBT) services across India. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on education and related event services. The process utilises a selective procurement method through a competitive flexible procedure with a two-stage format. Interested parties must express interest by 1st May 2026, and the award period will conclude by 14th August 2026. The British Council, operating in India, aims to enhance their examination services by empaneling suitable exam venues countrywide to facilitate the delivery of UK qualifications.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms specialising in event services, education, and exhibition organisation, particularly those with a strong track record in managing Computer Tests and venues. Businesses adept at setting up test labs and providing IT equipment and administrative support stand to benefit. Companies should demonstrate their service delivery experience and methodology in alignment with British Council compliance and standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, with a contract period expected to commence from 1st September 2026 and potentially extend through to 2030. This tender allows businesses to expand their footprint within India's thriving education sector.

## Notice

BC Education India Private Limited refer as BCE is a wholly owned subsidiary of the British Council United Kingdom. BCE delivers secure Pen and Paper and Computer Based Testing examination services across India for a wide range of UK based qualifications, including its own assessments. CBT examinations form one of BCE core service offerings. These include International Distribution Exams. These examinations are conducted in multiple cities across India to ensure accessibility and convenience for Candidates. Through this tender, BCE seeks to empanel suitable MSP for exam venue across India that can effectively conduct the CBT examinations.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036359-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 1 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £4,100,000 |
| Lots value | £4,100,000 |
| 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

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 79950000 - Exhibition, fair and congress organisation services
- 79952000 - Event services
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2026 at 06:44 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036359-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036359-2026
  22nd April 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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