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Rescue 3 Water Rescue Courses

TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

12 Jan 2026 at 15:06

Award

09 Dec 2025 at 16:48

Tender

24 Sep 2025 at 09:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Authority recently concluded an open procurement process to find suitable training providers for their "Rescue 3 Water Rescue Courses". This procurement is part of the ongoing efforts to ensure that personnel involved in water and flood rescue have access to compliant and high-quality training. The contract, valued at £42,520, runs from 13th January 2026 to 12th January 2028 with potential extensions. Located in Tyne and Wear, UK, this tender falls under the industry category of specialist training services and was conducted through a below-threshold, open competition method. The contract award was granted to Amanzi Safety and Rescue Limited, an SME based in Beaumaris, demonstrating a commitment to engaging diverse suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in providing specialist training services, particularly those with expertise in water and flood rescue. It signals a growing demand for skill development within emergency services, reflecting evolving compliance standards. SMEs, such as Amanzi Safety and Rescue Limited, with capabilities in delivering certified training and adapting to new operational modules, stand as preferable candidates. By participating in such contracts, businesses can bolster their reputation, gain a foothold in public sector contracts, and ultimately increase their market reach and influence, particularly within the public authority and emergency services sectors.

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Notice Title

Rescue 3 Water Rescue Courses

Notice Description

TWFRA ('the Authority') is the publicly accountable body that oversees the policy and service delivery of Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service ('the Service') on behalf of the community. The Service successfully leads the operational delivery of fire and rescue services such as public protection, fire and other emergency prevention, operational response and resilience. Our stations, staff and appliances are strategically placed across Tyne and Wear to ensure efficient and effective response to fires and other emergencies. Appliances work across station areas and can be mobilised whilst away from their home station. We also have robust arrangements with neighbouring services to enable additional support during major emergencies. Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service (TWFRS) requires ongoing, compliant training for personnel involved in Water and Flood Rescue. Since 2006, TWFRS has adopted a recognised training framework that supports both external training and the development of internal instructors. This model has proven to be cost-effective and operationally efficient, enabling the Service to deliver high-quality training while maintaining compliance with national standards. TWFRS utilises a structured training and log booking system to manage qualifications and ensure accurate, auditable records. This supports compliance with the DEFRA Concept of Operations and the NFCC Rescue Boat Code and helps safeguard the Service's reputation in the delivery of water rescue capabilities. As national operational guidance and compliance requirements have evolved, so too have the training standards. This includes enhanced prerequisites for instructors and the introduction of new modules developed in response to national incidents and debriefs. The Service continues to adapt its training provision to meet these evolving standards. With the expansion of TWFRS's Water and Flood Rescue provision under the Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), the demand for initial training, CPD, and recertification continues to grow. Ensuring access to recognised and compliant training is essential to maintaining operational readiness and meeting service delivery expectations. As a result, TWFRS is seeking suitable training providers to deliver the courses outlined in the scope and specification

Lot Information

Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician-Advanced-Water (SRTA-W)

Rescue 3 Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician-Advanced-Water (SRTA-W)

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician Instructor (SRTi) plus follow on recertification of qualifications (Refresher)

Rescue 3 Swiftwater and Flood Rescue Technician Instructor (SRTi) plus follow on recertification of qualifications (Refresher)

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

Water and Flood Team Leader (WFTL) Initial plus CPD and Recertification

Rescue 3 Water and Flood Team Leader (WFTL) Initial plus CPD and Recertification

Renewal: 2 X 12 Months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05a0ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002338-2026
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
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£42,520 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£42,520 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2026 - 12 Jan 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TYNE AND WEAR FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@twfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TYNE AND WEAR,
Postcode
SR5 3QY
Post Town
Sunderland
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC44 Sunderland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sunderland
Electoral Ward
Washington North
Westminster Constituency
Washington and Gateshead South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AMANZI SAFETY AND RESCUE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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