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Open for bidsUnited KingdomServices£54,166,667

Provision of Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) Facility and Associated Services

Published
Published 14 May 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 25 September 2026 (63 days left)

Overview

The Nursing and Midwifery Council is seeking a service provider to deliver an Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) facility and associated services as a concession contract. The OSCE is a practical simulated assessment for nursing associates trained outside England and nurses and midwives trained outside the UK who wish to practise in the UK. The estimated contract value is approximately £54.2 million, with submissions due by 25 September 2026.

Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Services
Estimated value
£54,166,667
Procedure
Open
SME suitable
Yes
Published
14 May 2026
Questions by
28 August 2026
Deadline
25 September 2026
Classification (CPV)
Computer testing servicesOperation of an educational centre

Notice history

Every published notice in this contracting process, newest first.

  1. Tender Update

    23 July 2026

    View notice ↗
  2. Contract Notice

    23 July 2026

    View notice ↗
  3. Planning Update

    22 May 2026

    View notice ↗
  4. Prior Information Notice

    14 May 2026

    View notice ↗

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