Scope
Description
The British Council is seeking suppliers that place customers at the core of what they do and can deliver a first-class service. With increasing volumes of exams over the coming years particularly for computer-based/delivered exams (CBE), the British Council is seeking organisations that can provide the required invigilation and exam delivery services, venue capacity and facilities to deliver computer-based exams on its and its Clients' behalf across a number of specified countries. In some locations paper-based exam delivery services may also be required.
Commercial tool
Establishes a framework
Total value (estimated)
- £215,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 September 2025 to 31 August 2027
- Possible extension to 31 August 2029
- 4 years
Description of possible extension:
2 year extension option
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79952000 - Event services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Not the same for all lots
Contract locations are shown in Lot sections, because they are not the same for all lots.
Lot 1. Germany
Description
A number of cities in Germany
Lot value (estimated)
- £215,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract locations
- DE - Germany
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 2. Luxembourg
Description
Service in Luxumbourg
Lot value (estimated)
- £215,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract locations
- LU - Luxembourg
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 3. Netherlands
Description
Cities in Netherlands
Lot value (estimated)
- £215,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract locations
- NL - Netherlands
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 4. Swtizerland
Description
Cities in Switzerland
Lot value (estimated)
- £215,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract locations
- CH - Switzerland
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Lot 5. Croatia
Description
Cities in Croatia
Lot value (estimated)
- £215,000 including VAT
Framework lot values may be shared with other lots
Contract locations
- HR - Croatia
Same for all lots
CPV classifications and contract dates are shown in the Scope section, because they are the same for all lots.
Framework
Maximum number of suppliers
Unlimited
Maximum percentage fee charged to suppliers
0%
Framework operation description
Please see tender documents for full information
Award method when using the framework
Without competition
Contracting authorities that may use the framework
Establishing party only
Participation
Particular suitability
Lot 1. Germany
Lot 2. Luxembourg
Lot 3. Netherlands
Lot 4. Swtizerland
Lot 5. Croatia
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
11 July 2025, 11:59pm
Tender submission deadline
11 July 2025, 11:59pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
18 July 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Non price element | Quality | 60% |
| Commercial | Cost | 40% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Documents
Technical specifications to be met
https://tap.tcsapps.com/tap2/#/bc-supplier-registration
Please create an account on our procurement portal - TAP - and you can the locate the opportunity by searching the reference number provided in this notice. All tender documents and further information can be found here.
Contracting authority
BRITISH COUNCIL(THE)
- Companies House: RC000060
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PHTN-1551-GCQH
1 Redman Place, Stratford,
London
E20 1JQ
United Kingdom
Region: UKI41 - Hackney and Newham
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government