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High Volume Pump & Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Training

SELLAFIELD LIMITED

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28 Nov 2025 at 09:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "High Volume Pump & Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Training" was managed by Sellafield Limited, a sub-central government public authority in Warrington, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the services category and targets personal development training services. The procurement was executed through a limited method, involving below-threshold competition. The contract was awarded on 20th November 2025, with the project commencing on 1st December 2025 and concluding on 30th November 2028, with a potential 12-month extension. The process is currently in the contract stage, with Vital Fire Solutions Ltd, based in Durham, being the supplier awarded the contract, valued at £180,000.00.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in training services, especially those focusing on emergency services sector skills development. It represents an excellent opportunity for SMEs capable of delivering specialised training in rescue service operations and equipment proficiency. Firms that provide comprehensive training solutions, particularly in the area of fire safety and equipment management, are well-positioned to benefit from such procurement processes that align with their expertise and can lead to long-term partnerships with public sector organisations like Sellafield Limited.

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Notice Title

High Volume Pump & Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Training

Notice Description

"High Volume Pump & Fire Extinguisher Maintenance Training To develop and support Sellafield fire & Rescue Service (SF&RS) staff in maintaining their knowledge and understanding of High-Volume Pump deployment and operation exposing candidates to realistic scenarios to allow the practical demonstration of the essential skills required to be a safe, effective, and competent in the equipment's use.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eacc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077949-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80570000 - Personal development training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 30 Nov 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD LIMITED
Contact Name
Lee Waterworth
Contact Email
lee.waterworth@sellafieldsites.com
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6GR
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VITAL FIRE SOLUTIONS

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