Scope
Reference
DN785986
Description
The Medway Test is an entrance test used to determine eligibility for year 6 children who want to apply for a Medway grammar school place. Medway Council requires an organisation to help plan, deliver, mark and score the test.
Total value (estimated)
- £1,514,982 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 1 February 2026 to 31 January 2029
- Possible extension to 31 January 2035
- 9 years
Description of possible extension:
The contract has 3 x 2 years extensions.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UKJ41 - Medway
Participation
Technical ability conditions of participation
Providers must complete standard selection Questionnaire.
Submission
Enquiry deadline
26 August 2025, 5:00pm
Tender submission deadline
5 September 2025, 5:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk - All documents and correspondence will go through this address.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
19 December 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Quality, Innovation, Performance, Social Value | Quality |
| Cost Weighting 40% | Cost |
Weighting description
55% Quality
40% Price
5% Social value
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
Medway Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PWYH-3898-LDQR
Medway Council, Gun Wharf, Dock Road
Chatham
ME4 4TR
United Kingdom
Contact name: Mr Graham Thomas1
Telephone: +44 1634
Email: graham.thomas1@medway.gov.uk
Website: https://www.medway.gov.uk/.
Region: UKJ41 - Medway
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government