TENDER FOR TEST OF COMPETENCE – DELIVERY OF THE CBT – UNITED KINGDOM
Reference
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL – CBT Delivery
Description
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 practice. The test is a key component of the nursing and midwifery registration process.
Key requirements:
• Computer-Based Test delivery
• Multiple-choice question assessment
• Numeracy and clinical practice testing
• Registration process support
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Find a Tender Service at:
Total value (estimated)
- £4,050,000 excluding VAT
- £4,860,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- October 2026 to October 2029
- 3 years
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 80300000 – Higher education services
- 80500000 – Training services
- 80530000 – Vocational training services
Contract locations
- UK – United Kingdom
Region: United Kingdom
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
28 August 2026, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
4 September 2026, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Tenders must be submitted via the Find a Tender Service portal.
Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Award criteria
| Name | Description | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality | Test delivery quality and reliability | Quality | 60% |
| Price | Total cost | Price | 40% |
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PXVH-5968-TCRD
Nursing and Midwifery Council,
London,
W1B 1BA
United Kingdom
Telephone: 000000000
Email: procurement@nmc-uk.org
Region: UK – United Kingdom
Organisation type: Public authority – central government
