This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

19 Jun 2026 at 11:23

Tender

20 Apr 2026 at 08:34

Planning

08 Apr 2026 at 08:33

Summary of the contracting process

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), a central government public authority, recently awarded a contract for the "Carriage of Hazardous Chemicals and Dangerous Goods training." The contract, aimed at providing training services to Traffic Examiners, was awarded to DG SOLUTIONS (EUROPE) LIMITED under an open procurement method below the threshold of open competition. The award was finalised on 17 June 2026 with the contract starting on 13 July 2026 and running through 12 July 2029, with potential for a one-year extension. This procurement falls under the education and training services category and involves a gross contract value of GBP 64,800. The project location is within the United Kingdom, predominantly servicing the regions specified within the tender documents.

This contract offers significant growth opportunities for SMEs specialising in educational and training services, particularly those with expertise in hazardous materials regulations and roadside enforcement training. Given the open competition procurement method and focus on quality (70% weighting) over price (30% weighting), businesses with proven capabilities in delivering high-standard online training programs for up to 180 delegates stand well-positioned to secure similar opportunities with public sector bodies. Such contracts not only contribute to the growth of service portfolios but also enhance reputation with governmental agencies.

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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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067d80
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058012-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£54,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
20 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
16 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DG SOLUTIONS (EUROPE

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