--- title: "Theory Test Services - TTAP" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0695bc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0695bc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0695bc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0695bc.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY" published: "2026-05-11" --- # Theory Test Services - TTAP Buyer: DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0695bc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0695bc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0695bc.json) ## Summary The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is overseeing a competitive procurement process for "Theory Test Services - TTAP," focused on enhancing digital delivery for theory tests across the United Kingdom. This process involves a selective procurement method termed "Competitive Flexible Procedure," suitable for delivering software-related and IT services. The procurement is at the tender stage, with key dates including the Supplier Engagement Event on 19 May 2026, the PSQ Submission Deadline on 12 June 2026, and initial tender submissions required by 18 September 2026. The contract, slated to commence on 6 September 2028 and conclude on 5 September 2035, includes options for two subsequent one-year extensions, potentially extending its term to 2037. The services encompass a wide range of IT and e-learning practices, centred in Bristol, but applicable nationwide, with an estimated contract value of GBP 115.6 million. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses to engage in long-term partnerships with a central government body. Companies specialising in software development, e-learning platforms, and IT consultancy are particularly well-positioned to benefit. The service involves innovative enhancements such as cloud computing and remote testing solutions, presenting significant growth potential in these areas. SME and VCSE enterprises are encouraged to apply, with the contract design allowing for flexibility and innovation through a well-defined change control procedure. Businesses looking to enhance their market presence in digital assessment solutions will find this tender particularly fitting, as it supports both the national Test Centre Network and In-House Theory Test Centres, spanning a diverse array of potential enhancements and additions to testing services. ## Notice The Theory Test Assessment Platform (TTAP) underpins the digital delivery of DVSA's Theory Test Service and includes a Content Management System (CMS) for creating and maintaining the theory test question bank (with version control and secure configuration of question packs). It provides an assessment platform managing the end-to-end test lifecycle: ingesting booking data and securely transmitting it to test centres; delivering the correct test to candidates; and forwarding results to DVSA's CRM. The platform produces detailed candidate interaction data for reporting, performance analysis, and fraud detection, and includes regular security updates and operational management. The service includes continuous improvement and innovation in collaboration with DVSA and supports both the national Test Centre Network (TCN) and In-House Theory Test Centres (IHTTCs). Additional Services: The Authority has identified several potential future developments that may be explored during the lifetime of the Contract. These Additional Services fall within the overall scope of the procurement and may, where required, be implemented through the Contract's Change Control Procedure. The Authority is clearly signalling these areas to the market as part of this notice. The Additional Services are: * Exploring remote testing/proctoring technology in the delivery of the Service. * Exploring the use of end-to-end cloud architecture in the delivery of the Service. * Adding other Authority or Department for Transport tests into Service delivery. * Adding wider government tests into Service delivery. * Enabling validation of Digital Driving Licences. * Enhanced identification checking. Key Dates Publication date: Monday 11 May 2026 Supplier Engagement Event: Tuesday 19 May 2026 https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5321459f-f7ca-4120-adb6-eaa594fa3659@a455b827-244f-4c97-b5b4-ce5d13b4d00c PSQ Clarification Deadline: 5PM on Wednesday 3 June 2026 PSQ SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 12 Noon on Friday 12 June 2026 Suppliers notified of PSQ outcome: Friday 24 July 2026 Invitation to Participate in Dialogue (ItPD) formally issued to Suppliers shortlisted through PSQ: Monday 27 July 2026 Supplier Engagement Event: Wednesday 5 August 2026 (in person in Nottingham) Initial individual supplier dialogue: Thursday 13 - Friday 14 August 2026 INITIAL TENDER SUBMISSION DEADLINE: NOON FRIDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2026 Supplier dialogue: Monday 28 September - Friday 11 December 2026 Invitation to Submit Final Tenders (ISFT) formally issued to Suppliers: Monday 18 January 2027 FINAL TENDER SUBMISSION DEADLINE: NOON FRIDAY 19 FEBRUARY 2027 Expected award: Monday 2 August 2027 Service Implementation Period Monday 2 August 2027 - Tuesday 5 September 2028 Operational Commencement Date: Wednesday 6 September 2028 Contract end: 5 September 2035 Extension options: +1 year +1 year (potential maximum term 9 years) Please Note: A previous UK2 Market Engagement Notice was published in relation to this opportunity. Please see reference: ocds-h6vhtk-04efa6 ### Lot Information Lot 1 Options: +1+1 Renewal: 2 x 1-year extensions (potential maximum term 9 years to 5 September 2037) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043015-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Sep 2028 - 5 Sep 2035 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £115,600,000 | | Lots value | £115,600,000 | | 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 | 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 - 48 - Software package and information systems - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support - 80 - Education and training services ### Codes - 48517000 - IT software package - 72260000 - Software-related services - 72265000 - Software configuration services - 72820000 - Computer testing services - 80420000 - E-learning services ## Release History - 11 May 2026 at 12:51 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043015-2026 - 11 May 2026 at 12:46 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043008-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043015-2026 11th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043008-2026 11th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://dft.app.jaggaer.com/go/48962527019E025AE70D - https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5321459f-f7ca-4120-adb6-eaa594fa3659@a455b827-244f-4c97-b5b4-ce5d13b4d00c - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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