Planning

Carriage of Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods training

DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY

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Planning

08 Apr 2026 at 08:33

UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), a central government public authority based in Bristol, United Kingdom, is in the planning stage for a procurement process titled "Carriage of Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods training". This tender, identified by the code "T280023151", falls under the "Education and training services" category and is intended to support Traffic Examiners in enforcing roadside legislation relating to hazardous substances. The tender is open to competition below the threshold level and will accept electronic submissions. The procurement process closes on 19th May 2026, with training expected to begin on 6th July 2026 and run for three years, allowing for a potential one-year extension.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in online education and training services, particularly those capable of delivering complex training programmes for up to 180 delegates. SMEs are encouraged to participate as the criteria favour service quality over price, with a 70% quality and 30% price evaluation basis. Companies with expertise in the transportation of hazardous materials and a proven record of compliance with road safety regulations will find themselves well-suited to compete in this procurement process. The DVSA's need for comprehensive training in legislation compliance strengthens business prospects in both road safety and regulatory training sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Carriage of Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods training

Notice Description

DVSA has an ongoing requirement for training in the appropriate legislation relating to the Carriage of Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods by Road. The training is for Traffic Examiners to carry out roadside enforcement activities effectively. The training will allow Traffic Examiners to perform to the required standard on behalf of both the 'Dangerous Goods Division & The 'Transport Security and Contingencies Directorate' of the Department for Transport. The expectation is to deliver online training for up to approximately 180 delegates for the initial 3-year contract period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067d80
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031733-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
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
£65,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£65,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Apr 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 5 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DRIVER AND VEHICLE STANDARDS AGENCY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS5 0DA
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Lawrence Hill
Westminster Constituency
Bristol East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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