Tender

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

WEST YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

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25 Mar 2026 at 12:39

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The West Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service, in collaboration with various regional fire services, is seeking tenders for the provision of Detection, Identification, and Monitoring (DIM) Scientific Support and Assurance Services. The tender is categorised under toxic substances protection services and radiation protection services, aimed at supporting operational incidents with 24/7 scientific advice. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with submissions due by 22 April 2026, and inquiries closing on 15 April 2026. Located in West Yorkshire, the contract involves an open competition below the financial threshold, and interested suppliers must register at the Sell2 site to access documents. The contract is slated to commence on 15 June 2026 and last until 14 June 2029, with potential extensions available.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific advice, radiation protection, and the provision of analytical skills training within the emergency services sector. The projected contract value is attractive, and the emphasis on quality (80%) over cost (20%) highlights the importance of proven expertise and reliable service. Companies with experience in providing comprehensive support to emergency services or dealing with toxic substances protection would be ideally positioned to compete. Engaging in this project could foster growth through establishing long-term relationships with public authorities across Yorkshire, potentially leading to further contractual opportunities within the region.

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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/027288-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Jun 2026 - 14 Jun 2029 3-4 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
WEST YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Additional Buyers

HUMBERSIDE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

SOUTH YORKSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE

YORK AND NORTH YORKSHIRE COMBINED AUTHORITY ACTING AS FIRE AND RESCUE AUTHORITY

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRKENSHAW, BRADFORD
Postcode
BD11 2DY
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE11 Kingston upon Hull, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Kingston upon Hull, City of
Electoral Ward
Pickering
Westminster Constituency
Kingston upon Hull West and Haltemprice

Further Information

Notice Documents

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