This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Jul 2026 at 10:04

Tender

02 Jun 2026 at 09:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "C26019 - Fire Investigation Training" was conducted by the Kent Fire and Rescue Service, based in Maidstone, United Kingdom. This contract is in the services category, specifically targeting fire-brigade and rescue services. The procurement followed an open procedure, and submissions were required by 1st July 2026. The contract was awarded on 20th July 2026 to Gardiner Associates Training and Research Ltd, with the contract period set to commence on 3rd August 2026 and potentially extend until 2034 if renewed. This initiative aims to provide crucial fire investigation training to ensure the high competence levels of the service's crews and officers.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in emergency services training, particularly those with expertise in fire investigation. While Gardiner Associates Training and Research Ltd, a large organisation, has been awarded the contract, the open procurement method was initially inviting to a wide range of qualified training providers. For businesses looking to grow, future opportunities may arise through similar procurement processes, especially companies with strong capabilities in delivering specialised training services for public safety organisations. Engaging in such tenders can bolster a company's portfolio and enhance its reputation within the public sector training market.

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Notice Title

C26019 - Fire Investigation Training

Notice Description

Kent Fire and Rescue Service (the Authority) invites suitably qualified and experienced training providers to submit tenders for the delivery of Fire Investigation Training. As a blue-light emergency service, the Authority requires its crews and officers to maintain high levels of competence to ensure the safety of residents across Kent. The Authority seeks to appoint a provider to deliver the following courses: - Level 2 Award in Fire Investigation - Foundation Training for Tier 2 Fire Investigators - Level 5 Certificate in Fire Investigation Interested providers must register on the Kent Business Portal (https://www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk/) to access full tender documentation, instructions, and submission requirements. All submissions must be completed via the Portal in accordance with the instructions provided. Responses submitted by any other method will not be accepted. Deadline for Submissions is the 1st July 2026 12:00pm (Noon)

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Contract can be extended for a further 2 years if the service is required (1year + 1year).

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ab2e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068125-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75250000 - Fire-brigade and rescue services

75251000 - Fire-brigade services

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£217,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£217,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£251,700 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 2 Aug 2032 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KENT FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME15 6XB
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Tovil
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GARDINER ASSOCIATES TRAINING AND RESEARCH

Further Information

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