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HGV Driver Training

DORSET AND WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES

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Award

23 May 2022 at 16:27

Tender

28 Feb 2022 at 13:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services (DWFRS) is currently conducting a tender process for "HGV Driver Training" aimed at equipping new firefighters with the necessary skills to operate Category C heavy goods vehicles. This procurement is classified under driving-school services and involves two lots: Lot 1 for the Wiltshire area and Lot 2 for the Dorset area. The estimated contract value is £300,000, and interested suppliers must submit their bids by the deadline on 30th March 2022, with the intention to award the contracts by the same date. Each contract will last for three years, with the option to extend up to a total of six years based on performance and need.

This tender presents significant opportunities for training providers, especially those specialising in heavy goods vehicle instruction and licensing. Businesses that have experience with public sector contracts or meet the rigorous training and compliance standards set by DVLA and UK regulations are well-positioned to compete effectively. This contract would suit small and medium-sized enterprises that can deliver quality training services, demonstrate strong customer service, and have robust delivery plans, as these factors will play a crucial role in the evaluation process.

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Notice Title

HGV Driver Training

Notice Description

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire Authority (The Authority) has a requirement to undertake an invitation to tender (ITT) using an open procedure for HGV Driver Training (Category C) for New Firefighters in the service. There are two lots being procured and Supplier can provide bids for one lot or both lots. Only one supplier will be selected following evaluations per lot, The contract will be for a 3 year period with 3x options to extend by 12 months (Possible 6 years)

Lot Information

HGV Driver Training Lot 1 Wiltshire

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services (DWFRS) are looking for one supplier to provide Heavy Good Vehicle training services for (Category C) Vehicles over 3,500kg which will cover Lot 1- Wiltshire Area in the UK . The successful suppliers will be required to provide a qualified Trainer, the vehicle, the training services, testing and licences as per DVLA and UK Standards for DWFRS Firefighters. Additional information: Invitation to tender as per the tender documents. Bidders are required to register on DWFRS Bluelight E Sourcing Portal in order to obtain the tender documents https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

Options: Lot 1 Wiltshire Area. Contract initially for 3 years with option to extend 3x 12 months so possibility of 6 year contract

Renewal: Following the initial 3 years, DWFRS will have an option to extend by a further 3 x twelve-month periods which if implemented will take the contract up to Year 4 - 17th May 2026 Year 5 - 17th May 2027 Year 6 - 17th May 2028

HGV Driver Training Lot 2 Dorset

Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services (DWFRS) are looking for one supplier to provide Heavy Good Vehicle training services for (Category C) vehicles over 3,500kg which will cover Lot 2 - Dorset Area in the UK . The successful suppliers will be required to provide a qualified Trainer, the vehicle, the training services, testing and licences as per DVLA and UK Standards for DWFRS Firefighters. Additional information: Invitation to tender as per the tender documents. Bidders are required to register on DWFRS Bluelight E Sourcing Portal in order to obtain the tender documents https://uk.eu-supply.com/login.asp?B=BLUELIGHT

Options: Lot 2 - Dorset Area. Contract initially for 3 years with option to extend 3x 12 months so possibility of 6 year contract

Renewal: Following the initial 3 years, DWFRS will have an option to extend by a further 3 x twelve-month periods which if implemented will take the contract up to Year 4 - 17th May 2026 Year 5 - 17th May 2027 Year 6 - 17th May 2028

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-031bc0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013945-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80411000 - Driving-school services

80500000 - Training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£264,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 May 20223 years ago
Contract Period
17 May 2022 - 17 May 2025 3-4 years
Recurrence
17 May 2028 if optional contract extensions undertaken

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DORSET AND WILTSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES
Contact Name
Gill Worthington
Contact Email
gill.worthington@dwfire.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1722691464

Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SP1 3NR
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Salisbury St Francis & Stratford
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
2
Supplier Names

WAYSIDE TRANSPORT

WTTL

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