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title: "Test of Competence: Provision of Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) Facility and Associated Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0698b3"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-05-22"
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# Test of Competence: Provision of Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) Facility and Associated Services

Buyer: NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0698b3

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## Summary

The Nursing and Midwifery Council, a central government public authority based in London, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process. The process involves the provision of an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) Facility and Associated Services as part of the Test of Competence for professionals. The industry category for this contract is services, specifically computer testing services, and it is valued at approximately £65 million gross. Interested parties are required to register their interest by 8th June 2026 via the NMC's e-tendering portal. The contract is expected to commence on 1st February 2027 and run until 31st January 2030, with an option for renewal until a maximum of 31st January 2032.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in computer testing services, particularly those capable of providing sophisticated simulation assessments. The substantial contract value and long-term engagement offer a meaningful opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that meet the suitability criteria. Companies looking to expand their business ties within the public sector and those equipped with the necessary expertise in delivering practical assessment solutions would find this tender highly beneficial for growth and reputation enhancement within a vital sector.

## Notice

The Test of Competence currently comprises two elements. - The first is a computer-based test (the 'CBT') which comprises multiple-choice questions designed to assess applicants' theoretical knowledge and understanding. - The second element is the objective structured clinical examination (the 'OSCE') which is a practical simulated assessment of applicants' practical skills and knowledge. Interested parties should note that this notice relates to the objective structured clinical examination (the "OSCE") element ONLY and does not apply to the CBT (Computer Based Testing).

### Planning Information

Please make sure you register your interest on the NMC's e-tendering portal: https://nmcprocurementportal.force.com/s/Welcome and allow full access to this opportunity.
PME reference: C1617

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048149-2026 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £54,166,666 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | West London |
| Postcode | W1B 1PZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | Marylebone |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72820000 - Computer testing services

## Release History

- 22 May 2026 at 14:45 - PlanningUpdate - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048149-2026
- 14 May 2026 at 12:16 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044352-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048149-2026
  22nd May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044352-2026
  14th May 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://nmcprocurementportal.force.com/s/Welcome
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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