Test of Competence: Provision of Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) Facility and Associated Services
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Estimated value
£54.2m
services
Awarded value
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Suppliers
0
Lots
1
0 awarded
Published
14 May 2026
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Description
The Test of Competence currently comprises two elements. - The first is a computer-based test (the 'CBT') which comprises multiple-choice questions designed to assess applicants' theoretical knowledge and understanding. - The second element is the objective structured clinical examination (the 'OSCE') which is a practical simulated assessment of applicants' practical skills and knowledge.
Scope
- Reference
- C1617
- Total value
- £54,166,666.67 excluding VAT£65,000,000 including VATAbove the relevant threshold
- Commercial tool
- Standalone contract
- Contract dates
- 01 Feb 2027 to 31 Jan 2030Possible extension to 31 Jan 2032
- Main category
- services
- CPV classifications
- 72820000
- Contract locations
- UK, United Kingdom
- Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)