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National Resilience Detection Identification Monitoring (DIM) Instructors

MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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21 Aug 2025 at 13:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by the Merseyside Fire and Rescue Authority has been completed, seeking to appoint National Resilience Detection Identification Monitoring (DIM) Instructors. This contract falls under the Education and Training Services industry category, with services to be delivered across the UK. The tender stage reached completion with the signing of contracts on 19th August 2025. The procurement method was executed through a limited process, which involved an award procedure without prior publication. The contract included an option to extend for two additional years, reflecting the ongoing need for such training services in the public safety sector.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in education and training, particularly those experienced in public safety and emergency response training. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like FirePro Risk Management & Training Ltd, Hazmat Training Limited, and J&D Fire Consultancy Limited, who were successfully awarded the contract, demonstrate that businesses with expertise in delivering niche training services are well-suited to compete. Engaging with such procurement opportunities can facilitate business growth through increased exposure and access to public sector contracts, reinforcing expertise and developing long-term relationships within government frameworks.

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Notice Title

National Resilience Detection Identification Monitoring (DIM) Instructors

Notice Description

For the Provision of DIM Instructors. DIM Training courses cover instruction and coaching in the suite of specialist equipment used by the CBRN(e) capability, providing DIM Advisors with the underpinning knowledge and understanding to operate the equipment effectively.

Lot Information

Lot 1

For the Provision of DIM Instructors. DIM Training courses cover instruction and coaching in the suite of specialist equipment used by the CBRN(e) capability, providing DIM Advisors with the underpinning knowledge and understanding to operate the equipment effectively.

Options: Option to extend by one period of 12 months & one further period of 12 months.

Procurement Information

Further competition undertaken under YPO DPS 999 Framework for training services - Category 4. YPO call off contract used for the contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058c2f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050550-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MERSEYSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurementmfrs@merseyfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BOOTLE
Postcode
L30 4YD
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD73 Sefton
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sefton
Electoral Ward
Netherton and Orrell
Westminster Constituency
Bootle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

FIREPRO RISK MANAGEMENT & TRAINING

HAZMAT TRAINING

J&D FIRE CONSULTANCY

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