This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

07 Feb 2025 at 00:00

Tender

24 May 2024 at 01:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has awarded a contract for the Provision of Fire Safety (Recognition of Prior Learning) Training Services. The procurement process was completed through an open procedure, primarily within the services category. The contract was signed on 11th July 2024, with services to be delivered at the SFRS National Training Centre in Cambuslang, G72 7NA, under industry classifications including CPV codes 80550000, 80500000, 80510000, and 80000000. The awarded contract is valued at GBP 133,200, and the procurement cycle included tender notices and a subsequent award notice published in early 2025.

This tender creates substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in fire safety training, especially those experienced with the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) framework. Suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) focused on public order and safety, the contract offers a significant scope for growth within the public sector by enabling chosen suppliers to engage directly with a major government body. By demonstrating strong quality and cost-effective solutions, companies can leverage such contracts for enhanced business credibility and expanded service portfolios.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Fire Safety (RPL) Training

Notice Description

Provision of Fire Safety (Recognition of Prior Learning) Training Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Provision of Fire Safety (Recognition of Prior Learning) Training Services

Renewal: Optional twelve (12) month extension, potentially taking contract completion date to 18/08/2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000767250
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB523438
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

80500000 - Training services

80510000 - Specialist training services

80550000 - Safety training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£133,200 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Feb 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Jul 20242 years ago
Contract Period
19 Aug 2024 - 18 Aug 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Scottish 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
CAMBUSLANG
Postcode
G72 7NA
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM95 South Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
South Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Cambuslang East
Westminster Constituency
Rutherglen

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

C.S.Todd & Associates Ltd

Further Information

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