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Provision of Training for Assault IEDD (AIEDD) Including Human Performance Optimisation (HPO)

Ministry of Defence

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02 Dec 2025 at 12:15

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

21 Oct 2025 at 12:07

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

17 Sep 2025 at 10:55

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence has concluded a procurement process for the provision of training related to Assault Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD), including Human Performance Optimisation (HPO). This procurement falls under the defence and security category, indicating the specialised nature of the training. Located in Portsmouth, the Ministry conducted an open procedure for this contract, reflecting transparency and competitive bidding practices. The contract, set to commence on 14th November 2025, extends until 31st August 2027, with the option of renewal up to 31st August 2029 if required. RenderSafe LLP emerged as the successful supplier, tasked with delivering a comprehensive AIEDD training package over a 2-year period, for the benefit of Alpha Squadron’s workforce during bi-annual training exercises.

This procurement offers substantial business growth opportunities for suppliers in the training and simulation sector, particularly those specialising in security equipment. The open procurement approach provides a platform for capable businesses, including SMEs, to engage with significant government contracts, fostering industry partnerships and advancing technical capabilities in military training. RenderSafe LLP, a small-medium enterprise, exemplifies the type of company well-suited for such roles, evidencing their capacity to secure valuable contracts and deliver critical training services in specialised domains. Such contracts not only enhance a supplier’s portfolio but also potentially expand their market presence and influence in defence-related services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Training for Assault IEDD (AIEDD) Including Human Performance Optimisation (HPO)

Notice Description

This requirement is to facilitate training for Assault Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD) during Alpha Squadron's (Alpha Sqn) bi-annual workforce (WF) training periods. This requirement is for provision of training for 2 years, with the option to be extended for a further 2 years. The supplier must deliver the AIEDD training package across 5 weeks of training per annum. Training will be delivered to a training cohort of Alpha Sqn operators, and No2s. This is a total of 17 personnel.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract will include the option to extend by up to two years after the initial end date of 31 August 2027, giving a maximum duration up to 31 August 2029. The contract is set at an initial value of PS300,000 ex VAT (PS360,000 inc VAT) with the option to increase this to a total value of PS600,000 ex VAT (PS720,000 inc VAT) to allow for the purchase of additional services as detailed in the contract.

Renewal: The contract will include the option to extend by up to two years after the initial end date of 31 August 2027, giving a maximum duration up to 31 August 2029. The contract is set at an initial value of PS300,000 ex VAT (PS360,000 inc VAT) with the option to increase this to a total value of PS600,000 ex VAT (PS720,000 inc VAT) to allow for the purchase of additional services as detailed in the contract.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059c06
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078863-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

80610000 - Training and simulation in security equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
13 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
14 Nov 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Ministry of Defence
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Postcode Area
Portsmouth
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RenderSafe LLP

Further Information

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