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- Examination Services
- Contract number
- 165CAP-M26-DS261119-01
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- Wisconsin
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This document is a Quick Guide for an Examination Services Contract issued by the Wisconsin Department of Administration's State Bureau of Procurement. The contract is with Pearson VUE (NCS Pearson Inc) and is cooperative, allowing use by state agencies, University of Wisconsin system, and Wisconsin municipalities. The contract number is 165CAP-M26-DS261119-01, and it is mandatory for the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS).
The contract covers in-person computer-based training (CBT) examination administration services at Professional Centers and third-party locations, including candidate processing, examination administration, development, special accommodations, and security for licensing examinations. The initial contract term runs from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2028, with three potential one-year renewals extending through August 31, 2031. The document specifies that while these services cover various licensing examinations, NIC (National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology) national examinations are not included. Upon successful piggyback approval, a separate Contract and Statement of Work must be completed with the contractor, following the format listed on VendorNet.
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| File | Type | Posted |
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| Contract example - Exam Services DS261119.docx | DOCX document | |
| DOA-3831 Piggybacking Request.docx | DOCX document | |
| SOW Example - Exam Services DS261119.docx | DOCX document | |
| Examination Services RFB DS261119.pdf |
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Quick Guide
Piggybacking Instruction:
Complete and email DOA-3831 form to Procurement Lead for approval. DO NOT email directly to email on form. When approved, a copy will be returned to the requester, Contractor, and DSPS.
Contract Services In-person computer-based training (CBT) examination administration services to be conducted at Professional Centers (PC) and third-party locations. These services include Candidate processing, examination administration, examination development, special accommodations, and examination security for the licensing examinations.
Current examinations proctored via in-person computer-based training (CBT) could be changed to a hybrid system with in-person and/or online proctoring options during the lifetime of the Contract.
NIC (National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology) national examinations are not and will not be part of this Request for Bid (RFB). The state of Wisconsin has a separate bid for the theory, practical, and written practical examinations for Barbering, Cosmetology, Nail Technology, and Esthetics under NIC.
Contract Prices Upon successful piggyback approval, a separate Contract and Statement of Work (SOW) must be completed with the Contractor. Follow the format of the Contract and SOW listed on VendorNet under Documents.
Vendor Contact Information Pearson VUE (NCS Pearson Inc)
165CAP-M26-DS261119-01
Supplier ID: 0000029885
Pearson VUE Contact – Aaron Peterson Client Program Manager 5601 Green Valley Drive Bloomington, MN 55437 Phone: 612-757-4340 (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM) Email: aaron.peterson@.pearson.com
Examination Services Contract #165CAP-M26-DS261119-01
RFB #DS261119
Mandatory: YES (for DSPS) Cooperative: YES – see Piggybacking Instruction (State
Agencies, UW, and WI municipalities may use this contract) upon agreement with the Contractor
P-Card: NO
Initial Contract Term: Sept 1, 2025 through Aug 31, 2028
Renewal 1: Sept 1, 2028 through Aug 31, 2029 Renewal 2: Sept 1, 2029 through Aug 31, 2030 Renewal 3: Sept 1, 2030 through Aug 31, 2031
Procurement Lead: Stella Ness DOA – State Bureau of Procurement 101 E. Wilson Street, 6th Floor, Madison, WI 53703 608-264-9591 stella.ness2@wisconsin.gov
DSPS: Lili Kelly Office of Budget and Finance 4822 Madison Yards Way, Madison, WI 53705 608-266-0958 lilian.kelly@wisconsin.gov mailto:aaron.peterson@.pearson.com mailto:stella.ness2@wisconsin.gov mailto:lilian.kelly@wisconsin.gov
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