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Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Scientific Support ad Assurance Services

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

29 Jun 2026 at 08:45

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

01 Jun 2026 at 14:18

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

25 Mar 2026 at 12:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by the West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS) focused on securing regional Detection, Identification, and Monitoring (DIM) Scientific Support and Assurance Services across Yorkshire and Humber, engaging fire services such as South Yorkshire, North Yorkshire, and Humberside. The competitive tender process was conducted using an open procurement method, with all services provided under lot 1 classified under the industry category of toxic substances and radiation protection. This procurement, awarded to Bureau Veritas UK Ltd with a contract value of £205,380, covers a period from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2029, with potential extensions up to 2031, focusing primarily on services associated with scientific support for operational incidents across the designated regions in the United Kingdom.

The tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in scientific consultancy and training services, particularly those with expertise in toxic substance management and radiation protection. Ideal candidates are companies capable of delivering 24/7 scientific support, conducting radiation protection advisory services, and providing analytical skill development. Business growth can be fostered through engagement in training delivery and supply chain management related to CHASE/Wet chemical kits and consumables, which the contract requires. Large-scale service providers, like Bureau Veritas UK Ltd, can leverage such projects to reinforce their market reputation and expand service offerings in public sector emergency services within the United Kingdom.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Scientific Support ad Assurance Services

Notice Description

West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue (WYFRS) is leading this project on behalf of the Yorkshire and Humber Regional Group which consists of West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (WYFRS), South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (SYFRS), North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service (NYFRS) and Humberside Fire and Rescue Service (HFRS). Together the Service are seeking the provision of a Regional Detection, Identification and Monitoring (DIM) Scientific Support and Assurance Service. The required service will encompass the following elements. - Provision of a 24/7 scientific advice to support operational incidents - Delivery of Radiation Protection Advisory (RPA) services - Bi-annual Analytical Skills Development and Maintenance (ASDM) assessments - Delivery and development of training - Supply of CHASE/Wet chemical kits and consumables

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673cc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060568-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90721500 - Toxic substances protection services

90721600 - Radiation protection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£130,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£205,380 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£205,380 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jun 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 20264 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jun 2026 - 16 Jun 2029 3-4 years
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 Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENSHAW, BRADFORD
Postcode
BD11 2DY
Postcode Area
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE44 Calderdale and Kirklees
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Kirklees
Electoral Ward
Birstall and Birkenshaw
Westminster Constituency
Spen Valley

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Bureau Veritas UK Limited

Further Information

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