Tender

Provision of Media Training

SOUTH WALES FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

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Tender

28 Nov 2025 at 11:40

Summary of the contracting process

The South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of media training services. This procurement process seeks to appoint a single supplier to deliver both e-learning content and face-to-face media training aimed at enhancing the skills of Senior Leaders in media interactions. The contract, titled "Provision of Media Training," falls under the industry category of Education and Training Services and has a total estimated value of £25,000. Interested parties should note the key dates, with the tender period ending on 9th January 2026 and the anticipated contract start date set for 16th February 2026. The location of service delivery is within the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the Welsh region, and operates under the open competition procurement method. The initial contract duration is set for two years with potential renewals extending up to 2032.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for businesses specialising in education and media training to expand their portfolio and establish a relationship with a prominent public service entity. Companies that can provide a comprehensive approach to media training, including innovative e-learning solutions and effective face-to-face training methodologies, would be well-suited for this contract. The procurement process is tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), encouraging diverse participation. The focus on price and technical criteria ensures that competitive and capable businesses have a fair chance to succeed in the bidding process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Provision of Media Training

Notice Description

This invitation to Quote (ITQ) has been issued by the Contracting Authority who are seeking to award a below-threshold contract for the provision of Media Training. The Contracting Authority will award the contract to a single supplier. The successful supplier must be able to provide the content for an e-learning package, as well as providing delivery of face-to-face media training to equip Senior Leaders with a more comprehensive understanding of the media and our relationship with them. The Contract Term shall be for an initial period of two-years, with an option to extend by up to a further 48 months in periods of two-years (2+2+2). The anticipated commencement date of the contract is 16th February 2026.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: This contract can be extended by up to a further 48 months in two extension periods of 24-months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eaef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078021-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£21,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£21,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20256 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 15 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SOUTH WALES FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
Abigail Naci
Contact Email
a-naci@southwales-fire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01443 232082

Buyer Location

Locality
LLANTRISANT
Postcode
CF72 8LX
Post Town
Cardiff
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL5 South East Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL51 Central Valleys and Bridgend
Delivery Location
TLL Wales

Local Authority
Rhondda Cynon Taf
Electoral Ward
Llantrisant and Talbot Green
Westminster Constituency
Pontypridd

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