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Maritime Boarding Drills Course

HOME OFFICE

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19 Jun 2025 at 11:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Maritime Boarding Drills Course, initiated by the Home Office, has reached the award stage with the contract being successfully awarded. This course aims to train emergency services personnel in boarding techniques from smaller vessels and is classified under Personnel-training services (CPV 79632000). Located in the South East and South West regions of the United Kingdom, this contract began on 16th June 2025 and will conclude on 30th November 2025. The procurement method used was a selective call-off from a dynamic purchasing system, with a tender value ranging from £30,000 to £45,000.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in or can cater to personnel training services in maritime operations. Companies with expertise in emergency response training and a capacity to deliver courses in variable weather conditions, ensuring safety and skill development, will find this contract particularly beneficial for business growth. Engaging with such contracts can enhance a company's portfolio, expand its market presence, and build relationships with government entities like the Home Office, paving pathways for future collaborations.

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Notice Title

Maritime Boarding Drills Course

Notice Description

A course to train emergency service personnel in the techniques of boarding a large vessel from a smaller vessel, including the safe transportation of casualties on stretchers, so they have an alternative option to using helicopters. There is an option to extend up to 12 months should inclement weather cause delays or extra courses be required.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c4be475e-0c0c-4ffb-a0c2-9c1d8de8c9b5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d9263160-743d-4d2b-85fd-556c38b446bf
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79632000 - Personnel-training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£45,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£30,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jun 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
collaborativeprocurement@homeoffice.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
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
TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

XB44

Further Information

Notice Documents

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