---
title: "Provision for the Test of Competence: Delivery of the CBT"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cffe"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-07-21"
---

# Provision for the Test of Competence: Delivery of the CBT

Buyer: NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cffe

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## Summary

The Nursing and Midwifery Council, located at 23 Portland Place, London, has initiated an active procurement process for the provision of computer-based testing services related to the Test of Competence. This procurement, under the title "Provision for the Test of Competence: Delivery of the CBT," falls within the education and training industry category. The tender is managed under an open procedure and allows electronic submissions via the e-Sourcing portal Atamis. Responses must be submitted by 12:00 on 4th September 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 21st August 2026. The project, which holds significant value, estimated at £10.5 million exclusive of VAT, is a key opportunity for businesses within the UK to establish major contracts that enhance their service portfolios.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses experienced in delivering large-scale testing and educational services, particularly those skilled in computer testing platforms. The combination of service-based contracts with a focus on quality and competitive pricing could appeal to IT-based educational service providers, testing firms, and companies within the training and competence assessment sectors. The contract's potential for renewal adds long-term value, encouraging businesses aiming for sustained growth in the public sector to engage actively with this procurement opportunity.

## Notice

A computer-based test (the 'CBT') which comprises multiple-choice questions designed to assess applicants' theoretical knowledge and understanding. The CBT comprises a number of multiple-choice questions and is split into two parts: Part A covers numeracy and Part B covers clinical questions relating to nursing and midwifery. We allow candidates three hours to complete the CBT.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068763-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2030 |
| Recurrence | 2032-06-01 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £10,500,000 |
| Lots value | £10,500,000 |
| 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 | 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
- 80 - Education and training services

### Codes

- 72820000 - Computer testing services
- 80000000 - Education and training services

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2026 at 13:42 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068763-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068763-2026
  21st July 2026 - Tender 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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