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Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids

DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT

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05 Aug 2026 at 15:08

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids has been successfully completed by DfTc - Department for Transport, with the award status marked as active. This process pertains to the industry category of security equipment and focused on acquiring materials essential for the testing and assurance of explosives detection capabilities. The contract was awarded on 27th July 2026, marking the commencement of the contract period, which runs until 31st August 2026. The procurement followed a selective method through a call-off from a framework agreement under the C16829 EDD Training Aids Framework covering Lots 2-5. The total value of the contract is £40,572.88, and the scope includes delivering to the UK, British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, and other global locations.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses involved in providing security and training solutions, particularly those with experience in managing supply chains for controlled materials pertinent to national security. While this particular award was suited for large-scale entities like Qinetiq, similar future tenders could offer opportunities for SMEs and other organisations that specialise in niche security equipment and training aids. The contract not only ensures compliance and enhances EDD capabilities but also promotes partnerships with the Department for Transport, facilitating business growth for companies with the relevant expertise and operational capacity to deliver quality training aids in the security domain.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) Training Aids

Notice Description

This notice is to confirm the award of contract for Explosives Detection Dogs (EDD) training aids via the C16829 EDD Training Aids Framework - Lots 2-5. EDD training aids are controlled materials used to train, test and assure explosive detection dogs by exposing them to relevant explosive-related odours in a safe and consistent way. DfT are responsible for the assurance of these aids to help maintain effective detection capability for aviation and wider protective security. The EDD training kits provide approved training and testing materials that enable ongoing training, validation, assurance and certification activities, thereby providing evidence of continued operational effectiveness.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a59954b0-2251-4968-a078-6be475a9cce7
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35121000 - Security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,572 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£40,572 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 2026Today
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DFTC - DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DR
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
Vincent Square
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

QINETIQ

Further Information

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