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End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3 - CPA/SPU/2650F - AWARD

CHESHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

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16 Oct 2025 at 14:03

Summary of the contracting process

The Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service has concluded a procurement process for an End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3, as part of the YPO 1086 Apprenticeships and Associated Training Framework. This procurement falls under the industry category of specialist training services and the award stage is now complete, with SFJ Awards Ltd being the awarded supplier. The contract, valued at £52,000, commences on 1st July 2025 and concludes on 30th June 2027. The training services will be delivered across various locations, including the United Kingdom and other territories. This contract aligns with the overarching goal of bolstering firefighter training and development. Key parties involved include Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service, located in Winsford, Cheshire, and SFJ Awards Ltd based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, particularly those focusing on public safety and emergency services training. Given its scope for international delivery, companies capable of providing scalable and adaptable training solutions would find this procurement especially beneficial. Although not specifically targeting SMEs or VCSEs, larger entities with a robust service delivery model are well-positioned to engage in similar contracts. Such opportunities facilitate growth by expanding geographical reach and establishing a foothold in government-led training initiatives.

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Notice Title

End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3 - CPA/SPU/2650F - AWARD

Notice Description

End Point Assessment Service for Operational Firefighter Level 3 under YPO 1086 Apprenticeships and Associated Training Framework

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7d11fa28-4281-4183-91fe-64b3a4911581
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/393ddb87-bb21-46e0-8ae1-7b1bf73f4432
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80510000 - Specialist training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CHESHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CHESHIRE
Postcode
CW7 2UA
Post Town
Crewe
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD63 Cheshire West and Chester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Cheshire West and Chester
Electoral Ward
Winsford Over & Verdin
Westminster Constituency
Mid Cheshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SFJ AWARDS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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