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WMFS Supervisory Management Training for People Development_2025

WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

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22 Dec 2025 at 13:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority is the buying organisation for the tender titled "WMFS Supervisory Management Training for People Development_2025." This procurement pertains to the provision of supervisory management training for the authority's personnel, delivered virtually as organised by the authority. The procurement process has progressed to the Award stage, with Confident Conversations Ltd being the successful supplier. Based in Birmingham, the West Midlands Fire and Rescue Authority operates within the services industry category. The contract is active and will run from 1st January 2026 to 31st December 2026, with options to extend for two additional 12-month periods. The total contract value is £62,100, while the net amount is £51,750, reflecting its below-threshold status and limited competition procurement method.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in personnel and personal development training services. SMEs similar to Confident Conversations Ltd can benefit from future tenders by showcasing expertise in virtual training delivery tailored to organisational development. The stipulations for renewal indicate potential long-term collaboration, promoting business growth and stability. Businesses capable of providing high customer satisfaction and effectively managing session issues and safeguarding concerns will be well-positioned to compete for such contracts in the future. The geographic location is primarily within the West Midlands, but since the training is virtual, businesses from other regions with relevant experience can also engage in such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WMFS Supervisory Management Training for People Development_2025

Notice Description

Ad-hoc provision of Supervisory Management Training for WMFS Personnel. Training to be delivered virtually at intervals organised by the Authority.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fb95
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085413-2025
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

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

80 - Education and training services

CPV Codes

79632000 - Personnel-training services

80570000 - Personal development training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£51,750 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@wmfs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B7 4HW
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CONFIDENT CONVERSATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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